Raphael Abiola

Education: B.Tech Hons in Computer Science, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State (2011-2015), Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Football Writer at Stakegains (2016-2018), Content Editor at Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023), Sports Editor at Sports Brief (2023-2024), Sports Editor at Briefly News (2024-present).

Awards: Opera News Joint Best Performing Editor - Article Review, Q3-2022

Raphael Abiola is a Nigerian Sports Journalist with over seven years of experience. He obtained a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, in 2015. Raphael previously worked as a football editor at Stakegains (2016-2018) and a content editor with Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023). Raphael then worked as an Editor for the Local Desk at Sports Brief (2023-2024). Reach him via email at raphael.abiola@sportsbrief.com.

1318 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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"The best": Dricus du Plessis’ girlfriend Vasti Spiller turns heads in R455k luxury car

Sports

4 days ago

Benni McCarthy marks daughter's 17th birthday with heartfelt message, SA celebrates her

Football

4 days ago

Siya Kolisi's return to Springboks squad sparks new debate ahead Georgia clash

Rugby

5 days ago

South African international leaves Kaizer Chiefs, joins European club

Football

5 days ago

Shauwn Mkhize unveils new look for Mbabane Highlanders, honouring son Andile Mpisane

Football

5 days ago

Stanley Nwabali leads list of goalkeepers Kaizer Chiefs should target this transfer window

Football

7 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs struggle to show progress after last season’s disappointing run

Football

7 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs continue to struggle, showing no sign of improvement from last season’s disappointing performance, raising concerns ahead of the new campaign.

Percy Tau, 2 other free agents Kaizer Chiefs can sign this summer

Football

7 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs could strengthen their squad this summer by signing top free agents like South African international Percy Tau and others ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Why the start of 2025-26 Season might be tough for Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

7 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns players and coach Miguel Cardoso have been told why they might struggle at the start of the 2025-26 season after participation in the FIFA CWC.

PSL club that should snap up Percy Tau following Kaizer Chiefs’ rejection

Football

7 days ago

A Premier Soccer League side have been advised to consider signing Bafana Bafana star Percy Tau after the player was snubbed by Kaizer Chiefs this summer.

Pirates might have made a mistake letting Nkota and 2 others leave this summer

Football

7 days ago

Orlando Pirates have sold some of the stars this season as the shake up their squad by bringing in new players this summer ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.

Pitso Mosimane's son poised to leave Kaizer Chiefs for major European move

Football

7 days ago

Pitso Mosimane's son, Reatlegile Mosimane, is reportedly set to leave PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs for a blockbuster move to a European club this summer.

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs coach on Pirates new signing: “I wouldn’t have signed Mbule for Amakhosi”

Football

7 days ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs head coach Cavin Johnson has explained why he wouldn't have signed Sipho Mbule for Amakhosi after the midfielder joined Orlando Pirates.

Abdeslam Ouaddou Hails Pirates Youngster After Performance Against Pafos FC

Football

7 days ago

Moroccan coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praises the impressive performance of an Orlando Pirates youngster following their standout display against Pafos FC.

Nkota shares heartfelt goodbye to Pirates before joining Saudi club: "I’m filled with mixed emotions"

Football

7 days ago

South African youngster Mohau Nkota shares a heartfelt farewell message to Orlando Pirates as he finalises his transfer to a new club in Saudi Arabia.

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