Olamide Abe

Education: Education: Chemistry Education, University of Ibadan (2018-2021); Basic Journalism, National Broadcast Academy (2021)

Experience: Experience: Content Intern, Family 88.5 FM (2020-2021), Reporter, Nairasports (2020-2021), Sports Data Analyst, KiniScore (2021-2022), Editor-in-Chief, Made In Africa Sport (2022-2025), Correspondent, PUNCH Newspaper (2025-2026)

Awards: Awards: Journalist of The Year, OCJS (2021); Sports Podcaster of The Year, African Podcast and Voice Awards (2022); Paris 2024 IOC & AIPS Young Reporter (2023)

Olamide Abe is an IOC, FIFA, FIBA, UEFA, CAF, IAAF and ITTF accredited pan-African sports journalist specialising in football, athletics, basketball and athlete-focused feature reporting. He is known for exclusive interviews, detailed match coverage, and in-depth analysis of Nigerian sports. Email: olamide.abe@corp.legit.ng

270 articles published since 05 May 2026

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Brazil suffer blow as Raphinha considers quitting World Cup over financial crisis

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Lionel Messi becomes all-time top goal-scorer in FIFA World Cup history with brace vs Austria

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a month ago

Portugal star Conceição says team have no obligation to pass to Ronaldo amid World Cup crisis

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a month ago

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Finidi George gives verdict on African teams at 2026 World Cup after Tunisia disaster

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Video: Ghana prophet reveals how Declan Rice will play key role in England's World Cup heartbreak

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Inter Miami agree Messi return to Barcelona for retirement

Football

a month ago

Maduka Okoye speaks on women's attention after link with DJ Cuppy: “They have always been crazy about me”

Football

a month ago

Maduka Okoye has spoken about the attention he receives from women after renewed interest in claims linking the Super Eagles goalkeeper with DJ Cuppy.

Victor Osimhen emerges as fresh Manchester United dream target in £200m double deal

Football

a month ago

Manchester United have reportedly made Victor Osimhen their dream signing this summer, but Galatasaray remain determined to keep the Nigerian star.

46-year-old Ronaldinho comes out of retirement to join Italian club

Football

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Brazil legend Ronaldinho has returned from retirement more than a decade after his last match, agreeing a surprise deal with Italian side Ravenna.

2026 World Cup: Supercomputer predicts first African team to qualify for knockout stage

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Opta's latest simulations have revealed which African team is best placed to become the continent's first qualifier for the 2026 FIFA World Cup last 32.

Casemiro rejects reunion with Ronaldo in Saudi to join Messi

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a month ago

Brazilian midfielder Casemiro is closing in on a move to Inter Miami after reportedly rejecting Cristiano Ronaldo's attempt to lure him to Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

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Super Falcons captain Ajibade declares surprise support for Morocco at the World Cup

Football

a month ago

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade surprised many Nigerians after openly backing Morocco at the World Cup despite months of football tensions.

CAF sends message to Achraf Hakimi after setting new World Cup record

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CAF has celebrated Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi after the PSG defender became the African player with the most appearances in FIFA World Cup history.

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Tragedy as female lawyer dies from celebrating Ghana's World Cup victory over Panama

Football

a month ago

A 26-year-old Ghanaian lawyer suffered cardiac arrest after celebrating the Black Stars' dramatic World Cup victory over Panama, leaving colleagues devastated.

Cape Verde World Cup hero Vozinha reunited with mother after US government intervention

Football

a month ago

US government intervention helped Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha secure an emotional reunion with his mother after visa problems kept her away from the opening game.

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