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.

2947 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Riveiro states the mistake Pirates made against Al Ahly, hails Bucs players

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana star sees red as Sundowns struggle against AS FAR Rabat

Football

a year ago

CAFCL: Riveiro explains why Patrick Maswanganyi missed Pirates vs Al Ahly tie

Football

a year ago

AS FAR Rabat vs Mamelodi Sundowns: Preview, h2h, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana star reacts to Mamelodi Sundowns 2025 FIFA Club World Cup draws

Football

a year ago

Dricus du Plessis wins big at 2024 World MMA awards after retaining UFC title

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates coach 'approves' Relebohile Mofokeng's move to Barcelona, Mzansi reacts

Football

a year ago

Relebohile Mofokeng's former coach has weighed in on the reports linking him with a summer move to Spanish La Liga giants Barcelona from Orlando Pirates.

Eben Etzebeth and wife Anlia decorate Ballito Mansion as Christmas mood kicks in

Rugby

a year ago

South African Rugby star Eben Etzebeth and his wife, Anlia Van Rensburg, posted a viral video on their Instagram page decorating their mansion in Christmas colours.

Sundowns learn Club World Cup 2025 opponents as Rulani Mokwena faces Guardiola

Football

a year ago

Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns have learned their opponents for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup as Rulani Mokwena battle against Pep Guardiola.

Mofokeng: Popular Bishop commits Orlando Pirates star to God as Barcelona rumours intensify

Football

a year ago

A popular South African Bishop was seen committing Orlando Pirates Relebohile Mofokeng to God amid recent reports linking the player to a possible move to Barcelona.

Inside look at Siya Kolisi's multi-million rand home in Dolphin Coast after divorce from Rachel

Rugby

a year ago

South African rugby star Siya Kolisi showed off his multi-million rand home in Dolphin Coast months after splitting from his marriage with Rachel Smith.

Drunk All Blacks star escapes conviction after causing car crash, fined 22,000 Rand

Rugby

a year ago

New Zealand Rugby national team player Sevu Reece has been discharged without conviction after pleading guilty of causing a car crash while being drunk.

Siya Kolisi's ex-wife Rachel reacts after receiving top sports award months after divorce

Rugby

a year ago

The former wife of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, Rachel Smith, has bagged a top sports award in South Africa months after announcing her divorce.

African giants react to Percy Tau's rumours amid links with Kaizer Chiefs

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs might have received good news concerning their interest in signing Percy Tau from Al Ahly, as one of his suitors denied making an offer for him.

Siya Kolisi receives special festive season gift from EPL giants, Mzansi reacts

Rugby

a year ago

Springboks star Siya Kolisi's Christmas came early as he received a special festive season gift from a Premier League club, which sparked reactions from fans.

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