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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Kaizer Chiefs react after Christian Saile scores on his debut for SuperSport

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates reportedly submit huge bid to sign top Kaizer Chiefs target

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana star leaves Mamelodi Sundowns, completes move to Europe, SA reacts

Football

a year ago

AFCON 2025: Bafana Bafana Get Tough Opponents, To Face Salah’s Egypt in Group B

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs announce signing of European-based striker, 2 other big players ahead of Soweto Derby

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana legend Radebe's son reportedly joins European side after successful trial

Football

a year ago

Siya Kolisi, Rachel 'react' as Etzebeth takes his wife to Botswana for breakfast

Rugby

a year ago

Siya Kolisi and his estranged wife, Rachel Kolisi, have 'reacted' to a post of Eben Etzebeth taking his partner, Anlia, to Botswana for breakfast on Chobe river.

Orlando Pirates youngster's father expresses family's joy after his son's debut

Football

a year ago

The father of Orlando Pirates youngster Siyabonga Ndlozi has narrated how him and his family felt when his son made his debut for the Bucs against Al Ahly.

Kaizer Chiefs star reduced to tears after winning MOTM award in Nedbank Cup, Video

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs star George Matlou was reduced to tears after being named the Man of the Match in Amakhosi's win over Free Agents in the Nedbank Cup.

Miguel Cardoso blasts Bafana Bafana star despite Sundowns' win in Nedbank Cup

Football

a year ago

Miguel Cardoso has criticised a South African international after letting Mamelodi Sundowns down during their win over Sibanye Golden Stars in the Nedbank Cup.

Riveiro reflects on Pirates' win in Nedbank Cup, explains mistake he made

Football

a year ago

Spanish manager Jose Riveiro has reflected on Orlando Pirates' win over Richards Bay in the Nedbank Cup last 32 as he explained the mistake he made in the game.

Kaizer Chiefs thrash Free Agents to cruise into Nedbank Cup last 16

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs have cruised into the round of 16 of the Nedbank Cup after defeating Free Agents in the last 32 at the FNB Stadium on Sunday evening.

Mofokeng sends strong message to Kaizer Chiefs, Sundowns, other teams in Nedbank Cup

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng has sent a message to Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns, other teams in the Nedbank Cup after qualifying for next round.

Orlando Pirates intensify efforts to sign 21-year old star from PSL rivals

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates are reportedly pushing hard to sign a 21-year-old South African fullback from Premier Soccer League rivals this January transfer window.

10-man Sundowns survive Golden Stars' scare in Nedbank Cup last 32 tie

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns are through to the next round of the Nedbank Cup after defeating ABC Motsepe outfit Sibanye Golden Stars at the Loftus Stadium on Saturday.

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