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.

426 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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

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Kaizer Chiefs: Young Africans thrash Amakhosi on Nasreddine Nabi’s debut in Sout...

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Paris 2024: Top 20 Highest paid athletes at the Olympic Games

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Motaung Jr gives new update on Kaizer Chiefs' transfer plans under Nabi this sum...

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Rulani Mokwena opens up on signing ex-Mamelodi Sundowns star for Wydad AC this s...

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What Kaizer Chiefs should expect from Nabi - Amakhosi transfer target discloses

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Pitso Mosimane sends 'strong' warning to Rulani Mokwena over North African issues

South African tactician Pitso Mosimane has sent a strong warning to his former assistant Rulani Mokwena as he begins his tenure as Wydad AC coach.

Mamelodi Sundowns end pre-season with big win over Al Arabi in Austria

PSL champions Mamelodi Sundowns are back to winning ways as they defeated Qatari Stars League side Al Arabi in Austria on Thursday, July 26, 2024.

Karim Benzema snubs Al-Ittihad supporters until he sees fan with Real Madrid jersey

French legendary striker, Karim Benzema, has gone viral for ignoring Al-Ittihad supporters for a Real Madrid fan holding his former club's jersey.

Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony: Seine River, route, venues and other key details

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games' opening ceremony comes with a lot of changes compared to the previous editions of the biggest sporting event in the world.

Kaizer Chiefs: Fans react as Amakhosi unveil new home and away jerseys for 2024-25 season

PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs have unveiled their much-anticipated home and away jersey for the upcoming 2024-25 season at the Naturena on Thursday, July 24.

Argentina’s anthem booed at Paris 2024 amid backlash over Enzo Fernandez's chant

Argentina's u-23 national team were faced with jeers and boos while rendering their anthem during their opening match against Morocco at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Paris 2024: Messi Leads Argentina Players’ Reaction to Controversial Loss to Morocco

Lionel Messi led other Argentina players in reacting to their country's controversial loss to Morocco in their opening match at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Kaizer Chiefs Suffer Huge Blow in Signing Europe Based Bafana Star This Summer

Kaizer Chiefs have been ruled out of signing a South African international as they failed to reach an agreement on personal terms with the European-based player.

Blitzboks' Olympic campaign in shatters as they lost to New Zealand in Paris

The Blitzboks' Olympic campaign hangs as they suffered their second consecutive loss against New Zealand on day 2 of the event at the Stade de France on Wednesday.

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