Babajide Orevba

Education: B.Sc. Ed. Guidance & Counselling, EKSU (2011) NCE Political Science/Social Studies, AOCOED (2007), GNI Advanced Searches on Social Media (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 Sports 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 FIFA and 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 in Africa. Email: babajide.orevba@corp.legit.ng

1543 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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"It's not that Nigeria is better": Benin legend rues loss to Super Eagles in AFCON qualifier

Razak Omotoyossi has reacted to Benin's 3-0 loss to the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in an AFCON 2025 qualifying fixture.

Nigeria’s all-time scorers’ list as Victor Osimhen overtakes Yakubu Aiyegbeni

Victor Osimhen has moved up one place on Nigeria's all-time scorers' chart after his goal against Benin at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.

Gernot Rohr blames Super Eagles player after loss to Nigeria in AFCON qualifier

Gernot Rohr watched haplessly from the sidelines as the Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Benin Republic 3-0 in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Uyo.

"Na that Jackson fit una": Fans figure Chelsea 'mistake' after Osimhen's finish against Benin

Nigeria vs Benin ended in a resounding victory for the Super Eagles as Ademola Lookman netted a brace, while striker Victor Osimhen produced a stunner.

Nigerian legend hails Osimhen, Lookman as Super Eagles thrash Benin in AFCON qualifier

Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen were on the scoresheet as the Super Eagles of Nigeria thrashed Benin in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture.

Updated 2024 CAF Player of the Year rankings after Ademola Lookman's Ballon d'Or nomination

Ademola Lookman has become the leading contender for the 2024 CAF Player Award after the Nigerian international made the 30-man nominee for the Ballon d'Or.

Nigeria vs Benin: Preview, Team News, Date, Time and How to Watch AFCON qualifier

Nigeria vs Benin is scheduled to hold at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo as both teams clash in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.

"I'm sorry": Napoli manager Antonio Conte sends message to Victor Osimhen over loan move

Antonio Conte has apologised to Nigerian international Victor Osimhen over failed deals that eventually saw the striker go on a season-long loan to Galatasaray.

"I had offers from Nigeria": Fabio Cannavaro speaks after turning down Super Eagles job

Fabio Cannavaro has opened up on why he turned down the Super Eagles coaching job after he was contacted by officials of the Nigeria Football Federation.

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