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 four 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. Email: elijah.odetokun@sportsbrief.com

1755 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Former Fiorentina states what differentiates Osimhen from Lewandowski and Benzema

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Yamal, Ejuke and other best dribblers in Europe in 2024/25 so far

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11 months ago

Victor Boniface admits La Liga admiration amid Premier League interest

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11 months ago

Victor Osimhen receives praises from former Turkish star despite no goal for Galatasaray

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11 months ago

Relief for Ten Hag as Premier League approve youngster's move from Arsenal to Man United

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11 months ago

Victor Boniface makes choice of African best winner between him and Lookman

Football

11 months ago

Okan Buruk sends message to Victor Osimhen amid Galatasaray goal drought

Football

11 months ago

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has opened up on his thoughts about Victor Osimhen, with the striker yet to score since joining the Turkish champions.

4 top Super Eagles stars yet to score this season after Osimhen blank again for Galatasaray

Football

11 months ago

Victor Osimhen is yet to score for Galatasaray despite starting all three games. He tops the list of Super Eagles forwards yet to score in Europe this season.

Israel Adesanya: UFC fighter wins N9.3 million bet on NPFL match

Football

11 months ago

Nigerian-born UFC fighter Israel Adesanya has won ₦9.3 million from his bet on the Nigeria Professional Football League match between Enyimba and Lobi Stars.

Jose Mourinho gives reasons for avoiding press conference after Fenerbahce lost to Galatasaray

Football

11 months ago

Jose Mourinho missed the post-match conference after Fenerbahce lost the intercontinental derby to Galatasaray. The Special One has given his reasons.

Ivorian defender Boly shows Ola Aina 'ritual' that helped his country beat Nigeria in AFCON final

Football

11 months ago

Ivory Coast defender Willy Boly has shown Nigerian defender Ola Aina the 'ritual' that helped his country beat the Super Eagles in AFCON 2023 final.

Victor Boniface not in talks with Premier League clubs despite Chelsea links

Football

11 months ago

Bayer Leverkusen star Victor Boniface's representatives have denied reports that he is in contact with Premier League clubs over a potential move including Chelsea.

Victor Osimhen: Reason Manchester United did not sign him from Napoli

Football

11 months ago

Victor Osimhen is one of the most sought-after strikers in world football. Manchester United turned down the chance to sign him from Napoli in 2022.

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk opens up on his plan for Osimhen and Icardi

Football

11 months ago

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has shared his plans for strikers Victor Osimhen and Mauro Icardi amid questions on if they will play together.

Samson Siasia names one player yet to be replaced in Super Eagles team

Football

11 months ago

Former Super Eagles head coach Samson Siasia has named a former player that is yet to be replaced in the national team and is costing the team crucially.

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