Babajide Orevba

Education: B.Sc. Ed. Guidance & Counselling, EKSU (2011) NCE Political Science/Social Studies, AOCOED (2007), Google News Initiative (2024).

Experience: Intern at Choice FM (2011-2013), Secretary at RTcom (2013-2015), HOD Sports, Legit.ng (2015-2007), Digital marketing manager at Western Lotto (2017-2019), HOD Africa desk at Sports Brief (2021-2024), HOD Africa desk at Legit.ng (2024-present)

Awards: Legit.ng's Best Sports Editor, 2021. Best Interview in 2023 at Sports Brief.

Babajide Orevba is a CAF-accredited Nigerian journalist, digital publishing expert, researcher, writer and TV analyst. He has covered several major football tournaments including FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, AFCON, CAF Competitions as well as grassroots competitions within Nigeria. Email: babajide.orevba@corp.legit.ng

1250 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

Author's articles

Could Antonio Conte be regretting Romeku Lukaku's choice over Victor Osimhen?

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Super Eagles stars beg Alex Iwobi to perform his latest song 'What's Luv', video

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Benin vs Nigeria: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong speaks on playing ag...

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English Premier League club contact Napoli to discuss transfer of Victor Osimhen

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"I have never seen such madness": Turkish journalist explains Osimhen's influenc...

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Benin authorities to take Gernot Rohr decision should Super Eagles defeat Cheeta...

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Players arrive in Abidjan as Super Eagles camp opens ahead of Benin, Rwanda clashes

Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on Benin and Rwanda in the final phase of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers and the players have started arriving in Abidjan.

Ahmed Musa: Super Eagles captain writes after visiting late mom's resting place

Ahmed Musa paid a visit to his late mother's resting place less than 24 hours after helping Kano Pillars to an away win against Bayelsa United in the NPFL.

Victor Osimhen nets brace in Galatasaray vs Samsunspor cracker, dedicates goal to teammate

Victor Osimhen found the back of the net as early as the third minute in Galatasaray's Turkish Super Lig clash with Samsunspor on Sunday afternoon.

AFCON winner explains why Victor Boniface struggles in the national team

Victor Boniface is yet to register an international goal for Nigeria and AFCON 2013 winner Ogenyi Onazi has explained why the striker is struggling.

Ballon d’Or: Journalist who snubbed Vinicius to vote Ademola Lookman takes tough decision

Vinicius Junior was beaten to the 2024 Ballon d'Or by Manchester City midfielder Rodri and a journalist who snubbed the Brazilian has resigned from the jury.

Osimhen, Troost Ekong react as Super Eagles teammate celebrates birthday in style

Semi Ajayi has clocked 31 and the Super Eagles centre-back has taken to social media to rejoice while his teammates and well wishers continue to celebrate him.

Wilfred Ndidi ignores Okocha, Kanu, names Super Eagles legend who inspired him

Wilfred Ndidi has named the Super Eagles legend who inspired him to become a professional footballer, he admired the Premier League icon since his childhood days