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

Author's articles

Shock and sorrow as 20-year-old rugby talent dies, fans left heartbroken

Rugby

3 months ago

Mokwena criticises Cardoso following MC Alger loss to Sundowns

Football

3 months ago

Ouaddou takes aim at Pirates squad before showdown with Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

3 months ago

Mokwena reveals why MC Alger fell to Sundowns in CAF Champions League

Football

3 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs eliminated from CAF Confederation Cup after defeat in Egypt

Football

3 months ago

Sundowns reach CAF Champions League quarter-finals after beating MC Alger

Football

3 months ago

Dricus du Plessis reveals strategy to reclaim UFC middleweight title from Chimaev

Sports

3 months ago

South African combat sport superstar Dricus du Plessis has outlined his strategy to reclaim the UFC middleweight title from Khamzat Chimaev in 2026,

Olisa Ndah shares heartfelt message following Orlando Pirates departure

Football

3 months ago

PSL star Olisa Ndah has broken his silence following his departure from Orlando Pirates, delivering an emotional farewell message to the club's supporters.

Rulani Mokwena responds to spying allegations involving Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

3 months ago

MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena has addressed allegations of spying on Mamelodi Sundowns ahead of their crucial CAF Champions League encounter.

CAFCC: Kaizer Chiefs hit by major setback before Zamalek showdown

Football

3 months ago

Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs have suffered a major setback ahead of their crucial CAF Confederation Cup clash against Zamalek in Egypt.

World champion skydiver dies after parachute failure

Sports

3 months ago

Reigning world champion skydiver Pierre Wolnik has passed away in France following a tragic parachute failure during a free-fall jump last weekend.

Mamelodi Sundowns ready to make big-money move for Kaizer Chiefs target

Football

3 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns are reportedly preparing a big-money offer for a key Kaizer Chiefs transfer target as they look to strengthen their squad for the 2026-27 season.

Top AFCON 2025 Referee banned following controversial decision

Football

3 months ago

A referee who oversaw key matches at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been suspended following a major officiating error that sparked controversy on;ine.