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 Sports Journalist with over nine 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@briefly.co.za.

3188 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Soft launches to trips: Are Siya Kolisi and Rachel John still together?

Rugby

22 days ago

Gayton McKenzie to honour late boxer Zolani Tete, makes financial pledge

Sports

22 days ago

Springboks face fresh blow as star set to miss All Blacks clash

Rugby

22 days ago

Tony Brown given key task to fix Springboks' weakness before All Blacks Test

Rugby

22 days ago

Miguel Cardoso hits back at favouritism claims involving Sundowns star

Football

22 days ago

Miguel Cardoso answers his critics ahead of decisive MTN8 semi-final second leg

Football

22 days ago

Springboks eye special record in crucial All Blacks clash

Rugby

22 days ago

The Springboks are set to make history against the All Blacks as they target a special record in their highly anticipated Test clash in Cape Town.

Springboks' Cape Town history favours All Blacks ahead of showdown

Rugby

22 days ago

Springboks' Cape Town record favours the All Blacks, with the stats revealing a worrying trend for South Africa ahead of their crucial Test showdown.

Sundowns star signs long-term deal with PSL giants before European move

Football

22 days ago

A Mamelodi Sundowns star has signed a long-term deal with PSL giants before leaving South African football league for a move to Europe this summer.

SAFA rocked by bizarre letter scandal amid ongoing VAR controversy

Football

23 days ago

SAFA has been rocked by a bizarre letter scandal as controversy surrounding ongoing VAR issues continues to raise questions within South African football.

Rassie Erasmus takes time out in Sandton ahead of Springboks-All Blacks clash

Rugby

23 days ago

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus was spotted enjoying a night out in Sandton ahead of South Africa's highly anticipated clash with the All Blacks.

Miguel Cardoso makes refereeing claim after Mamelodi Sundowns beat AmaZulu

Football

23 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has accused Premier Soccer League referees of targeting his players after their victory over AmaZulu FC.

Relebohile Mofokeng reunites with former Pirates teammates in Europe

Football

23 days ago

Bafana Bafana midield star Relebohile Mofokeng has reunited with Orlando Pirates youngsters during their time in Europe, sparking a special reunion.

Fernando da Cruz provides worrying update on Kaizer Chiefs' new signing

Football

23 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs have received bad news as head coach Fernando da Cruz confirms a setback involving one of the club's new signings, Langelihle Phili.

Fernando da Cruz gives verdict on Kaizer Chiefs' dropped points against Richards Bay

Football

23 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz has explained what went wrong as Amakhosi dropped points against Richards Bay in their latest Premier Soccer League clash.

Raphael Abiola

Raphael Abiola

Author's articles

Latest

Trending

Top stories