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.

2534 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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How Sundowns secured Bafana Bafana star, leaving Kaizer Chiefs behind

Football

3 months ago

How losing his dad inspired ex-Chiefs player to succeed and gift his mum a house

Football

3 months ago

Springboks hopeful slams Cape Town rental agents over alleged ‘scam’

Rugby

3 months ago

Chiefs’ ‘Lionel Messi’ overlooked by Kaze and Ben Youssef, drawing heavy criticism

Football

3 months ago

Motaung opens up on Kaizer Chiefs’ signing of Bafana Bafana legend

Football

3 months ago

Springboks boost? England star qualifies for 2027 Rugby World Cup selection

Rugby

3 months ago

Tragedy as South African champion passes away at 18

Sports

3 months ago

A South African champion has tragically died at the age of 18 following a difficult delivery. The heartbreaking news has sent shockwaves through the community.

Former Bafana star reveals reasons for leaving Pirates for Sundowns

Football

3 months ago

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Lebohang ‘Cheeseboy’ Mokoena has opened up about his decision to leave Orlando Pirates and join Mamelodi Sundowns.

Amakhosi under fire for costly mistake ahead of the Soweto Derby showdown

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs have come under heavy criticism for a reported blunder ahead of the highly anticipated Soweto Derby against Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership.

Casric boss responds to rumours of Pirates allegiance following Nedbank Cup shock

Football

3 months ago

The Casric coach and Chairman Bucs Mthombeni has responded to claims that he supports Orlando Pirates after his side knocked them out of the Nedbank Cup.

Ouaddou reacts to Orlando Pirates’ shock Nedbank Cup elimination

Football

3 months ago

Abdeslam Ouaddou has reacted after Orlando Pirates were knocked out of the Nedbank Cup, sharing his thoughts on the performance and factors that led to their exit.

Cardoso reveals why Mamelodi Sundowns crashed out of Nedbank Cup

Football

3 months ago

Portuguese coach Miguel Cardoso has explained the key reasons behind Mamelodi Sundowns’ exit from the Nedbank Cup, outlining what went wrong for the Brazilians.

Springboks star reveals painful infertility journey with wife, Mzansi left devastated

Rugby

3 months ago

A Springboks star and his wife have opened up about their emotional struggle with infertility, sharing the challenges, heartbreak, that shaped their journey.

Rugby player dies in tragic accident enroute to training

Rugby

3 months ago

Rugby player Jacob Hardwick has tragically passed away at the age of 20 after being involved in a fatal accident while on his way to a training session.

McCarthy hits back at fat-shaming comments, clarifies stance on issue with Motaung

Football

3 months ago

Bafana Bafana legend Benni McCarthy has addressed past fat-shaming remarks and opened up about his reported issues with Kaizer Chiefs official Bobby Motaung.

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