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 Sports Journalist with over nine 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.

3197 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Relebohile Mofokeng dealt major blow ahead of Champions League campaign

Football

a month ago

Springboks told why Deon Fourie's return could be a key weapon against All Blacks

Rugby

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando da Cruz explains why new signing faces delayed debut

Football

a month ago

Pirates dealt injury setback as Bafana Bafana star faces extended spell out

Football

a month ago

Former Mamelodi Sundowns talent retires from football after injury struggles

Football

a month ago

Young rugby star dies after training session in tragic circumstances

Rugby

a month ago

Jayden Adams remembered in emotional one-month tribute from girlfriend

Football

a month ago

Jayden Adams' girlfriend has shared an emotional tribute one month after the death of the late Bafana Bafana star, remembering him with a heartfelt message.

Cameron Waldeck-Cooks' old video resurfaces following tragic death of St Stithians student

Sports

a month ago

An old video of St Stithians student Cameron Waldeck-Cook smiling has resurfaced following his tragic death, prompting an outpouring of memories and tributes.

All Blacks captain reveals how he feels about playing Springboks in SA

Rugby

a month ago

An All Blacks star has shown his special love for South Africa ahead of the highly anticipated Greatest Rivalry clash against the Springboks this month.

Kaizer Chiefs suffer transfer blow as Bafana star leaves Sundowns

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs have missed out on the signing of a Bafana Bafana star, who has left Mamelodi Sundowns to join a new club as the new season kicks off.

Kaizer Chiefs coach speaks on Brandon Petersen error after Golden Arrows loss

Football

a month ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando da Cruz has reacted to Brandon Petersen's costly mistake in Amakhosi's MTN8 defeat to Lamontville Golden Arrows.

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus suffers health scare during Argentina Test

Rugby

a month ago

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus suffered a health scare during South Africa's Test against Argentina, raising concern during the Rugby Championship clash.

Cameron Waldeck-Cooks' death condemned by anti-GBV organisation

Sports

a month ago

An anti-GBV organisation has condemned Cameron Waldeck-Cooks' death as femicide during Women's Month, calling for greater awareness and action against GBV.

Family points to new findings following death of St Stithians teen Cameron Waldeck-Cook

Sports

a month ago

Cameron Waldeck-Cook's family has revealed new findings following the death of the St Stithians teenager as questions surrounding the tragic incident continue.

Police issue latest update after 17-year-old stabbed following rugby match at school sports day

Rugby

a month ago

Police have provided an update after a 17-year-old boy was stabbed following a rugby match in the Western Cape, with an investigation now underway.

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