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.

2944 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Rulani Mokwena's Wydad set to sign Sundowns star amid links with Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates star hails Kaizer Chiefs' new signing ahead of Soweto derby

Football

a year ago

Vilakazi shares lovely moment with his family to celebrate Kaizer Chiefs' win

Football

a year ago

Pirates first team coach sends warning to Kaizer Chiefs ahead of Soweto derby

Football

a year ago

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

A Bafana Bafana star has left Premier Soccer League giants, Mamelodi Sundowns, to complete a loan move to a European club in the January transfer window.

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

Football

a year ago

The Bafana Bafana of South Africa were handed tough opponents at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations draw which was held in Rabat, Morocco on Monday evening.

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

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs have made a huge statement by announcing the signing of a European-based striker and two other top stars ahead of Soweto derby this weekend.

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

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana and Kaizer Chiefs legend, Lucas Radebe's son, Kutlwano Radebe, has reportedly joined a European side after a successful trial with the club.

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.

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