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.

2524 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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US podcasters face backlash over Oscar Pistorius misinformation

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a month ago

Injury setback: another Kaizer Chiefs player out for the season

Football

a month ago

Hugo Broos reflects on costly mistake in Bafana Bafana’s 1-1 draw

Football

a month ago

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Bafana Bafana hold Panama in Durban as Appollis catches the eye

Football

a month ago

Springboks suffer fresh injury blow as another star is sidelined

Rugby

a month ago

Springboks star spends time with Bafana Bafana ahead of Panama clash

Football

a month ago

Former Manzini Sundowns FC star dies aged 30, the football community is mourning

Football

a month ago

Football community is in mourning after a former Manzini Sundowns FC midfielder Mlamuli ‘Mlaba’ Nkambule passed away at the age of 31 due to illness.

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Orlando Pirates told to pay big money for Mamelodi Sundowns star

Football

a month ago

Premier Soccer League giants Orlando Pirates have been urged to spend big to sign a Mamelodi Sundowns star, with a major transfer fee expected for the deal.

AFCON 2025: CAF gives new update on Nigeria, Senegal and Morocco

Football

a month ago

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) releases a new statement with updates on Nigeria, Senegal and Morocco following the recent AFCON 2025 verdict.

Springboks star recounts life-threatening injury that left him 2mm from death

Rugby

a month ago

Springboks star Carlü Sadie opens up about a life-threatening injury that left him just 2mm from death, sharing a powerful and emotional account.

Kaizer Chiefs coach confirms new job ahead of international break

Football

a month ago

A Kaizer Chiefs coach has landed a new role ahead of the international break, adding to his responsibilities during a key period for the Glamour Boys.

Police release new details on Cape Town Marathon runner shot dead in Johannesburg

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a month ago

Gauteng police release an update after Cape Town Marathon runner Chinette Gallichan was fatally shot, shedding light on the ongoing investigation.

Broos reveals huge fees Argentina and Brazil demand to face Bafana Bafana

Football

2 months ago

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos confirms how much Argentina national football team and Brazil national football team charged them for friendly matches.

Benni McCarthy highlights passion gap between his generation and today’s players

Football

2 months ago

Bafana Bafana legend Benni McCarthy opens up on the differences between his generation and current players, highlighting issues with passion and focus.

Hugo Broos gives update on Bafana Bafana future after FIFA World Cup 2026

Football

2 months ago

Belgian tactician Hugo Broos shares an update on his future with Bafana Bafana, addressing possible retirement after the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026.

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