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

1756 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Super Eagles return to Nigeria after draw with Rwanda amid uncertainty over coaching position

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a year ago

Super Eagles captain William Troost Ekong sends message to Nigerians after draw vs Rwanda

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a year ago

Mourinho names one attribute he doesn't like about Osimhen after joining Galatasaray

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a year ago

Augustine Eguavoen quits role as Super Eagles handler, gives tough reasons

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a year ago

Nigerians who played for Luton Town after Victor Moses joins English club

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a year ago

Rwanda vs Nigeria: Super Eagles settle for a point in Kigali in AFCON 2025 qualifiers

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a year ago

Fabrizio Romano provides update on Osimhen's future after Mikel's comment on Chelsea move

Football

a year ago

Victor Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan but the rumours linking him to Chelsea are still active. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has provided an update.

“He's still playing”: Fans react after Luton Town sign AFCON 2012 winner Victor Moses

Football

a year ago

Former Super Eagles footballer Victor Moses has joined English club Luton Town. The news caught fans by surprise after they thought he hads retired.

Mikel Obi defends Victor Osimhen over rant towards ex Super Eagles boss Finidi George

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a year ago

Super Eagles legend John Obi Mikel has defended Victor Osimhen after issues surrounding his Instagram Live rant towards Finidi George resurfaced.

Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen explains his goal against Benin Republic

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a year ago

Victor Osimhen scored a brilliant half volley against Benin Republic. The Galatasaray striker has explained how he and his teammates practiced it in training.

Victor Osimhen sends message to 2 Super Eagles stars after win over Benin Republic

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a year ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria beat Benin Republic 3-0 with goals from Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen, who sent a message to two players after the match.

Victor Osimhen, Ballon d'Or nominee Lookman help Super Eagles beat Benin Republic in AFCON qualifier

Football

a year ago

The Super Eagles of Nigeria beat Benin Republic in the AFCON 2025 qualifying opening match. Ballon d'Or nominee Ademola Lookman scores to win the match.

Gernot Rohr speaks on Benin Republic’s advantage against Nigeria ahead of AFCON 2025 qualifier

Football

a year ago

Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has highlighted his team's advantage against his former side, Nigeria, ahead of AFCON 2025 qualifier in Uyo.

7 players Napoli frustrated before allowing to leave amid Victor Osimhen's saga

Football

a year ago

Victor Osimhen's relationship with Napoli is totally broken after the club botched moves. He will not be the first player to be frustrated around his departure.

5 notable points as former Super Eagles star calls for Osimhen's suspension

Football

a year ago

Former international Emeka Ezeugo has called for Victor Osimhen's suspension from the Super Eagles after his Instagram Live fiasco against Finidi George.

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