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

145 articles published since 05 May 2026

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

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

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

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Casemiro rejects reunion with Ronaldo in Saudi to join Messi

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

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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

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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

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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.

2026 World Cup: Mexico secure first round of 32 spot, set for possible African clash

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Mexico became the first nation to reach the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 and could face Senegal, while DR Congo and England may set up another historic tie.

Supercomputer predicts new World Cup winner after dramatic first round

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7 days ago

Opta's supercomputer has changed its 2026 World Cup prediction after opening-round shocks involving Spain and Portugal, with a new favourite emerging.

2026 World Cup: Ibrahimovic and Henry explain how Cristiano Ronaldo is holding Portugal back

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7 days ago

Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovic have questioned Cristiano Ronaldo's role after Portugal's frustrating draw with DR Congo at the 2026 World Cup.

2026 World Cup: Ghana equal unique African record held by Nigeria

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Ghana have matched Nigeria’s record for the most World Cup wins by an African nation after a dramatic stoppage-time victory over Panama in Toronto.

DR Congo player sends harsh message to 'old' Cristiano Ronaldo after stopping Portuguese star

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7 days ago

DR Congo midfielder Ngal'ayel Mukau has explained why the Leopards did not create a special plan for Cristiano Ronaldo after holding Portugal to a draw.

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