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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Chidimma Adetshina slays in boxing gloves, ready to battle for Miss SA crown

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Kaizer Chiefs: Nabi confirms Amakhosi's interest in signing ex-Sundowns star

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Dricus Du Plessis sends 'strong' warning to Israel Adesanya ahead of UFC 305

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Kaizer Chiefs: Bad news for Nabi as Amakhosi set to miss out on Bafana star’s si...

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PSL announce huge increase in MTN8 prize money, participation fee

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Pitso Mosimane reacts after receiving honorary doctorate from University of Joha...

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Netizens hail netball star Chidimma Adetshina amid Miss SA controversy

Netball star Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina hailed by netizens on social media amid controversy surrounding her nomination as top contender for Miss South Africa 2024.

Blitzboks return home to heroic welcome after winning Bronze at Paris 2024 Olympics

The Blitzboks received a heroic welcome as they returned to South Africa after finishing third in the Rugby Sevens event at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

South Africa’s Smith claims first gold for Africa at Paris 2024 Olympics

South African athlete Tatjana Smith has become the first African to win gold at the ongoing 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, on Monday, July 29.

Kaizer Chiefs: Yanga SC coach brags about thrashing Amakhosi in South Africa

Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Gamondi has bragged about leading Young Africans to a resounding 4-0 win over Kaizer Chiefs in the Toyota Cup.

Irvin Khoza opens up on VAR introduction in PSL this season

The Premier Soccer League chairman Irvin Khoza has broken his silence on the introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the South African league this season.

Pitso Mosimane explains what Sundowns and Real Madrid have in common, Video

South African tactician Pitso Mosimane has discussed the similarities between his former club, Mamelodi Sundowns, and European giants Real Madrid.

Erling Haaland: Manchester City star apologises after typo error on Instagram post

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has hilariously apologised to his followers on Instagram after a typographical error in the caption on one of his post.

Real Madrid's chances of winning UCL after adding Mbappe and Endrick to their attack

Real Madrid are tipped as one of the favourites to win the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League after Kylian Mbappe and Endrick to their attacking options.

Nasreddine Nabi: Kaizer Chiefs coach discloses why Amakhosi lost to Young Africans

Kaizer Chiefs new head coach Nasreddine Nabi has explained why the Glamour Boys lost to Tanzanian giants Young Africans in the Toyota Cup in South Africa.

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