Elijah Odetokun

Education: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria (2014-2020) London School of Journalism (2023-2024) Foundation for Investigative Journalism (2020) AIPS (2021) Reuters (2021) Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Daily Times Nigeria (2020) OmaSports (2020-2021) El Futbolero (2021) Sports Brief (2022-2024) Legit (2024 - present)

Awards: Sports Brief Rookie of the Year 2023. Legit.ng Sport's Desk MVP of the Year 2024.

Elijah Odetokun is a Nigerian sports editor at Legit.ng. He has five years of working experience and holds a Bachelor of Agriculture from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and a Diploma in Freelance and Sports Writing from the London School of Journalism. He has covered major Super Eagles games, including FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

1976 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Leon Balogun clarifies intention for wanting Super Eagles return after 3 years

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9 months ago

Atalanta president issues fresh update on Ademola Lookman's future ahead of summer window

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9 months ago

New twist to Osimhen's future emerges as European club readies massive bid

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9 months ago

Inside Ademola Lookman's relationship with Jayda Love as the Atalanta star enjoys life in Italy

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9 months ago

Cameroon legend Samuel Eto'o meets former teammate who is now bank security guard, video

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9 months ago

Finidi George sends message to Kelechi Iheanacho amid struggles at Sevilla

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9 months ago

Former Super Eagles head coach Finidi George is displeased at how Spanish La Liga club Sevilla have treated striker Kelechi Iheanacho since he joined the team.

Victor Osimhen lands in trouble in Turkey after nightclub fight with journalists: reports

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9 months ago

Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has reportedly landed in trouble after a nightclub incident where he went violent with some Turkish journalists.

Son of Nigeria's 1994 World Cup star signs professional contract with Chelsea

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9 months ago

Chelsea have confirmed that the son of their former sporting director Michael Emenalo has signed his first professional contract with the club after turning 17.

Man City new signing Omar Marmoush names Burna Boy as his favourite artiste

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9 months ago

Manchester City's new signing Omar Marmoush has named his favourite artiste during a quick Q&A after joining the Premier League club from Eintracht Frankfurt.

Mikel Obi reunites with ex Chelsea boss Mourinho during trip to visit Osimhen in Turkey

Football

9 months ago

John Obi Mikel is on a tour of Turkey and reunited with his former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho who is the head coach of Turkish club Fenerbahce.

Turkish journalist pinpoints Victor Osimhen's problem amid poor run for Galatasaray

Football

9 months ago

Victor Osimhen has been performing poorly for Galatasaray recently despite scoring penalties. A Turkish journalist has explained the specific problem he has.

Pep Guardiola's estranged wife Cristina Serra breaks silence over split

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9 months ago

Pep Guardiola's estranged wife Cristina Serra has spoken for the first time since new emerged that the couple have parted ways after 30 years together.

Calvin Bassey: Super Eagles star explains why African players aim for higher wages

Football

9 months ago

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has opened up on why footballers, particularly Africans clamour for higher wages and jump at opportunities to earn it.

Champions League’s top 5 goalscorers after Lewandowski’s brace for Barcelona

Football

9 months ago

Polish striker Robert Lewandowski scored twice for Barcelona during their 5-4 win over Benfica, increasing his UEFA Champions League goal tally to 103.

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