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.

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

790 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Turkish commentator explains how Galatasaray signing Osimhen created problems in...

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Lewandowski and other players who have outscored Mohamed Salah in Europe this se...

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Victor Ikpeba appeals to Nigerians over NFF's hiring of Eric Chelle as Super Eag...

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“Just leave”: Chelsea fans slam Nkunku after penalty miss during FA Cup tie vs M...

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Ahmed Musa snubs Osimhen and co, picks the best 11 he played with in his Super E...

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Comparing Osimhen's stats at Galatasaray to Isak at Newcastle this season

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Slot react to Liverpool transfer rumours amid links to 2 Super Eagles stars

Liverpool have been linked to many players this window including two Super Eagles attackers. Manager Arne Slot has reacted to the transfer rumours.

Joseph Yobo sends message to Victor Osimhen amid Manchester United interest

Former Super Eagles captain Joseph Yobo has sent a message to Victor Osimhen after his compatriot reportedly turned down Manchester United's offer.

Amaju Pinnick: Ex NFF President breaks silence over Eric Chelle’s hiring as Super Eagles boss

Former president of the Nigerian Football Federation Amaju Pinnick has shared his thoughts about the appointment of Eric Chelle as new Super Eagles head coach.

Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo: CAF POTY Ademola Lookman settles GOAT debate

Reigning African Footballer of the Year Ademola Lookman has shared his thoughts on the unending GOAT debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Aghahowa names only thing NFF got wrong with Eric Chelle’s hiring as Super Eagles boss

Ex Nigerian international Julius Aghahowa has named the only thing the Nigerian Football Federation got wrong with Eric Chelle's appointment as Super Eagles boss.