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@sportsbrief.com.

425 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Paris 2024: Lythe Pillay & Zakithi Nene through to Men’s 400m semi-finals

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Simbine rocks wristwatch valued over $200,000 during 100m races at Paris 2024

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Top 5 South Africa’s greatest ever football exports

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Paris 2024: Simbine misses out on 100m medal at Olympics, sets new record

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Percy Tau: Reasons Nasreddine Nabi should sign Bafana star for Kaizer Chiefs

Kaizer Chiefs are one of the clubs interested in signing South African international Percy Tau from Egyptian giants Al Ahly this transfer window.

Paris 2024: Simbine through to Men’s 100m final, beating Olympic champion in semis

South African sprinter Akani Simbine has booked a place in the final of the Men's 100m after beating the Olympic defending champion in the semi-final.

Kaizer Chiefs: Top players Nabi has signed this summer after Sirino’s signing

Kaizer Chiefs are working on improving their squad this summer as they prepare to get back to the top in the Premier Soccer League this season under Nasreddine Nabi.

Kaizer Chiefs, Sundowns lose Bafana Bafana star to North African giants

Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns missed out on a South African international signing this summer as he opted to join North African giants from the PSL side.

Kaizer Chiefs explain why they signed Gaston Sirino this summer

Kaizer Chiefs have explained the reason behind their decision to sign former Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Gaston Sirino on a free transfer this summer.

Kaizer Chiefs: Nabi's side announce their fourth summer signing, confirms jersey number

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed their fourth signing under their new manager Nasreddine Nabi as they add more qualities to their squad ahead of the new season.

Paris 2024: Simbine, Richardson & Maswanganyi through to men’s 100m semi-finals

Three South Africans sprinters have booked a place in the Men's 100metres semi-final, with Akani Simbine finishing with the best time out of the trio.

Mzansi reacts as Stellenbosch FC owner Johann Rupert becomes Africa's richest man

Stellenbosch FC owner Johann Rupert has become the richest man in Africa after reclaiming the top spot from Nigerian businessman for the second time this year.

Zwane opens up on Mokwena's Sundowns exit, narrates experience with Folz

Bafana Bafana star Themba Zwane has commented on the surprise exit of Rulani Mokwena from Mamelodi Sundowns this summer, shared his experience with Romain Folz.

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