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

640 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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8 countries that have already qualified for AFCON as Libya makes Nigeria wait

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Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk makes plans for Victor Osimhen ahead of injury retu...

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Victor Boniface provides worrying update after Super Eagles' hostage in Libya

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Nigerian coach tells Eguavoen how to unlock Boniface for Super Eagles

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Ex Libyan star makes bold claim against Super Eagles after airport hostage

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How Tunisian pilot's experience saved Super Eagles from plane crash in Libya

The Tunisian pilot that flew the Super Eagles of Nigeria to and fro Libya has opened up on a key factor that helped him avoided a crash with the players on board.

Ahmed Musa shares cash gifts to Godswill Akpabio Stadium workers on his birthday

Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa celebrated his 32nd birthday in Uyo. Workers at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium received cash gifts from the Kano Pillars star.

6 key points from NFF's official statement detailing Super Eagles experience in Libya

The Nigerian Football Federation have released a statement detailing the experience of the Super Eagles stars during their hostage situation in Libya.

Libya captain narrates how his team was 'poorly treated' when they arrived in Nigeria

Libya captain Faisal Al-Badri narrated how his Mediterranean Knights teammate were allegedly poorly treated when they came to Nigeria for AFCONq 2025 qualifier.

Details of harrowing experience Super Eagles faced in botched Libya journey, Video

A video has gone viral on social media capturing the untold harrowing experience of the Super Eagles during their 16 hours hostage at Libya airport.

4 crucial points as Libya FA threatens legal action against NFF for match boycott

The Libyan Football Federation have published a statement threatening legal action against the NFF for the Super Eagles' refusal to play their second leg match.

NFF release official statement, address Super Eagles' hostage situation in Libya

The Nigerian Football Federation have released an official statement explaining what happened during the Super Eagles' 16 hours hostage situation in Libya.

Troost Ekong: Super Eagles captain releases statement after team arrives in Nigeria

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have landed in the country through the Aminu Kano International Airport as detailed by team captain William Troost-Ekong.

Osimhen admits similar experience in Libya, shares condition for Super Eagles to replay match

Victor Osimhen has accused Libya of intentionally mistreating the Super Eagles as he had a similar experience during his U17 days and reveal conditions for a replay.

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