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.

1706 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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South African boxing star gifts mom R2.2m house in East London

Sports

a month ago

Portuguese coach emerges as candidate for Kaizer Chiefs job, Amakhosi fans react

Football

a month ago

Orlando Pirates shade Nasreddine Nabi as Kaizer Chiefs exit rumours grow

Football

a month ago

European coach eyes Kaizer Chiefs job as Nabi’s successor amid Mosimane links

Football

a month ago

Nabi opens up on key reason behind Kaizer Chiefs exit amid club links

Football

a month ago

FIFA rule that sparked South Africa’s Mokoena saga comes to light

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana climb as Nigeria fall in latest FIFA rankings

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana have climbed in the latest FIFA rankings after avoiding defeat against Nigeria, securing a valuable boost in their continental standing.

Cardoso breaks down Sundowns’ draw with Marumo Gallants: "We took some risks"

Football

a month ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso explains the reasons his team dropped points against Marumo Gallants, highlighting key factors that affected the result.

Eben Etzebeth leads baby boom as top Springboks stars expect second children in 2025

Rugby

a month ago

Springboks star Eben Etzebeth and fellow SA rugby national teammates are set to welcome second babies in 2025, marking a joyful baby boom off the rugby field.

End of the Road: Nasreddine Nabi leaves Kaizer Chiefs after losing to Sekhukhune United

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs and Nasreddine Nabi have reportedly parted ways after the Premier Soccer League giants lost to Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership.

Bafana Bafana star quits Mamelodi Sundowns, PSL rivals

Football

a month ago

A Bafana Bafana star has parted ways with Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns to complete a surprise move to their Betway Premiership rivals.

Nasreddine Nabi opens up on reasons behind Kaizer Chiefs’ defeat to Sekhukhune United

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi explains the key factors behind his team’s defeat to Sekhukhune United in the latest Betway Premiership clash.

South Africa to meet Nigeria again in FIFAe World Cup Qualifiers

Football

a month ago

South Africa will face Nigeria once again but now it would be in the FIFAe World Cup Qualifiers as the two rivals battle for a spot on the global stage.

Anlia Etzebeth, pregnant wife of Eben Etzebeth, shows off her R1.6m luxury car

Rugby

a month ago

Pregnant Anlia Etzebeth, wife of Springboks star Eben Etzebeth, flaunts her R1.6 million luxury car, leaving fans in awe of her glamorous lifestyle.

Moremi shares Ouaddou’s message and vows to deliver for Pirates fans

Football

a month ago

Orlando Pirates star Tshepang Moremi disclosed the inspiring words coach Abdeslam Ouaddou shared with him and promised fans his full commitment to the club.

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