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 six 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@corp.legit.ng.

3219 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Super Eagles legend Sunday Oliseh confirms Real Madrid’s interest in Victor Osimhen

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9 months ago

Eric Chelle reportedly drops Boniface, Iheanacho in Super Eagles' final 28-man squad for AFCON

Football

9 months ago

Ian Wright praised for quick reaction that saved Laura Woods during England vs Ghana game

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9 months ago

4 things to know about ex-Arsenal star Ryan Alebiosu ready to star for Nigeria at AFCON 2025

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9 months ago

Boost for Nigeria as Mohamed Salah is set to miss Egypt’s pre-AFCON vs Super Eagles

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9 months ago

Boniface, Onuachu, other Super Eagles stars unlikely to make AFCON 2025 final squad

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9 months ago

Boost for Eric Chelle as ex-Arsenal star is cleared to play for Nigeria at AFCON 2025

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9 months ago

Eric Chelle gets a boost as ex-Arsenal star Ryan Alebiosu is cleared to play for Nigeria at AFCON 2025, strengthening the Super Eagles' defense options.

Eric Chelle announces Super Eagles' 54-man preliminary squad for AFCON 2025

Football

9 months ago

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has finally announced his 54-man preliminary squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco ahead of the deadline.

Victor Osimhen: Why Galatasaray star clashed with Fenerbahce goalkeeper during warm-up

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9 months ago

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen was involved in a heated clash with Fenerbahçe goalkeeper Irfan Can Egribayat during the Istanbul derby warm-up.

Chelsea vs Arsenal: Premier League leaders set to receive huge fine after ‘dirty’ London derby

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9 months ago

Arsenal faces a £25,000 fine from the FA after receiving multiple yellow cards in a heated 1-1 draw with Chelsea. Moisés Caicedo's red card adds to the drama.

Galatasaray coach reacts after Victor Osimhen returns from injury against Fenerbahce

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9 months ago

Victor Osimhen returns from injury in Galatasaray's 1-1 draw with Fenerbahce as coach Okan Buruk reacts to the controversial derby and referee decisions.

South Africa names AFCON 2025 squad, drops Nigerian player Ime Okon

Football

9 months ago

South Africa’s coach, Hugo Broos, announces the final squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with Nigerian player Ime Okon surprisingly dropped.

Yakubu Aiyegbeni names 2 players who can help Super Eagles win AFCON 2025

Football

9 months ago

Yakubu Aiyegbeni names two key players, Victor Osimhen and Calvin Bassey, who could lead Nigeria to victory in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

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Yakubu slams Chelle for voodoo claims after WCQ loss to DR Congo: “He is a shame to Nigeria”

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9 months ago

Yakubu Aiyegbeni criticises Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle over voodoo claims after Nigeria’s penalty shootout loss to DR Congo in the World Cup playoff.

Supercomputer predicts Premier League winner after Arsenal held Chelsea to a draw

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9 months ago

Opta’s supercomputer predicts the Premier League winner after Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea, with Arsenal remaining the favourite to clinch the title this season.

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