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. Legit.ng Sport's Desk MVP of the Year 2024.

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

1246 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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NFF sources deny Ugochukwu and Chukwuemeka Super Eagles callups

The Nigerian Football Federation and sources close to the players have debunked the reports that Lesley Ugochukwu and Carney Chukwuemeka will switch to Nigeria.

Victor Osimhen dealt Napoli double transfer blow in January, report surfaces

Victor Osimhen and Napoli continued their tussle in the January transfer window. The Nigerian rejected two moves that could have earned Napoli huge funds.

Czech based striker sends message to Chelle over Super Eagles call up before 2026 WC qualifiers

Sparta Praha striker Victor Olatunji has made a subtle appeal to Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle ahead of squad announcement for 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Noah Okafor opens up on why he accepted Victor Osimhen’s number 9 at Napoli

Napoli's new signing Noah Okafor has explained why he accepted the number 9 jersey despite knowing it still belongs to compatriot Victor Osimhen.

Eric Chelle reportedly names 2 Chelsea stars in shortlist for crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reportedly drafted his 31-man shortlist for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers during the March international break.

Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk explains why Victor Osimhen did not play against Boluspor

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has explained why Victor Osimhen missed the Turkish Cup match against Boluspor, which the champions won 4-1 away.

Cristiano Ronaldo at 40: Who was his father who passed away at 51?

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest footballers of all time but one emotional incident was the passing of his father in 2005 due to liver failure.

Alex Iwobi: Why Fulham star will be a key player for Super Eagles under Eric Chelle

Alex Iwobi is one of the players to watch out for as Eric Chelle prepares to take over officially as Super Eagles head coach in March against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.

Victor Osimhen: Ex Lille teammate blasts Chelsea for failing to sign Super Eagles star

A former Premier League defender has slammed Chelsea for not signing Victor Osimhen in the summer, listing the things they missed out on with the forward.

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