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@briefly.co.za.

2640 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Sundowns vs Pirates: Former Kaizer Chiefs star explains why Maswanganyi is better than Zwane

Football

a year ago

Sundowns send message to Pirates as they ease past SuperSport to win Tshwane Derby

Football

a year ago

Etzebeth and Anlia celebrate 2nd wedding anniversary with heartfelt messages, SA cheers them

Rugby

a year ago

Legendary SA ref weighs in on penalty awarded to Pirates against Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs target reacts to Nabi's message to Amakhosi fans after Pirates loss

Football

a year ago

Teenage cricketer dies after colliding with his teammate during a game, SA mourns

Sports

a year ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star explains why he forced a move to Orlando Pirates

Football

a year ago

A former Mamelodi Sundowns striker has explained why he forced a move to Orlando Pirates in 2011 despite playing his club football in Europe at that point.

Nasreddine Nabi sends message to Kaizer Chiefs fans after losing to Pirates

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs Nasreddine Nabi has sent message to Amakhosi fans after their team's loss to Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby at the FNB Stadium over the weekend.

Cardoso explains why Mamelodi Sundowns let Lorch reunite with Mokwena at Wydad

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has explained why the Brazilians let Thembinkosi Lorch reunite with Rulani Mokwena at Wydad Athletic Club.

Kaizer Chiefs told to sign Bafana Bafana star from Pirates after losing in Soweto derby

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs have been told to sign a South African international from Orlando Pirates after losing the Soweto derby against the Sea Robbers this weekend.

Soweto derby: Who's to blame for Kaizer Chiefs' narrow loss to Orlando Pirates

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs lost the first Soweto derby against Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership, and someone has been pointed as the reason Amakhosi lost the match.

Nabi explains why he's happy despite Kaizer Chiefs' loss to Pirates in Soweto derby

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has explained why he's happy despite the Glamour Boys' loss to Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby this weekend.

Cardoso explains why Mkhulise was substituted for Shalulile against Golden Arrows

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has explained why he subbed off Spehlele Mkhulise for Peter Shalulile in Masandawana's win over Golden Arrows.

Former Kaizer Chiefs star against ref's decision to award Pirates a penalty

Football

a year ago

A former Kaizer Chiefs star has shared his views on the penalty the referee awarded to Orlando Pirates in the first Soweto derby in the Betway Premiership.

Mamelodi Sundowns thrash Golden Arrows in Pretoria to extend their lead in PSL

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns extend their leaf on the Betway Premiership table after defeating Lamontville Golden Arrows at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday evening.

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