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

Football

a year ago

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

Football

a year ago

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

Football

a year ago

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

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates star desperate for overseas move at all costs this January

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates star leaves Soweto giants, returns to former club

Football

a year ago

Ex-Real Madrid striker eyeing move to Kaizer Chiefs despite links to Sundowns, Pirates

Football

a year ago

A former Real Madrid striker is reportedly eyeing a move to Kaizer Chiefs this January amid links with Amakhosi rivals Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.

PSL: Mofokeng in serious danger of missing Orlando Pirates vs Kaizer Chiefs Clash

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana forward Relebohile Mofokeng is at the risk of missing Orlando Pirates clash with Kaizer Chiefs in the Betway Premiership next weekend.

Siya Kolisi links up with Real Madrid star after UEFA Champions League tie

Football

a year ago

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi was seen with a Real Madrid player after Los Blancos' win over RB Salzburg in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday evening.

Video of Siya Kolisi and Ox Nche looking like elite bodyguards for Chelsea star trends, SA reacts

Rugby

a year ago

Siya Kolisi and Ox Nche travelled to London to see a Premier League match, and a video of them looking like a bodyguard for a Chelsea star trends on social media.

Kaizer Chiefs legend names Bafana Bafana star who will fit perfectly at Amakhosi

Football

a year ago

A Kaizer Chiefs legend has named the Bafana Bafana star who will be a perfect fit at the Soweto giants if they eventually sign him from Premier Soccer League rivals.

Mamelodi Sundowns stage come back against Magesi to extend their lead in PSL

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns extend their lead on the Betway Premiership table after coming from a goal down to defeat Magesi FC at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday.

Dricus du Plessis drives R1.3 million Ford Mustang GT fast car in South Africa, Video

Sports

a year ago

UFC middleweight champion, Dricus du Plessis, was spotted driving through the streets of South Africa in his expensive Ford Mustang GT S550 fast car.

Rachel Kolisi celebrates Eben Etzebeth and Anlia's daughter on her birthday

Rugby

a year ago

Siya Kolisi's estranged wife Rachel Kolisi has joined others to celebrate the first-ever birthday anniversary of Eben and Anlia Etzebeth's daughter.

DJ Karri reacts to Vilakazi's dance, celebrates another Kaizer Chiefs star's birthday

Football

a year ago

South African record producer DJ Karri has commented on Mfundo Vilakazi doing the Lakodura dance after scoring in Kaizer Chiefs' win over Sekhukhune United in PSL.

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