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

Chiefs coach reveals why Lilepo was benched vs Stellenbosch in Nedbank Cup

Football

3 months ago

Springboks lose two rugby stars to USA, including sibling of World Cup winner

Rugby

3 months ago

Eben Etzebeth and wife Anlia celebrate wedding anniversary in style

Rugby

3 months ago

Nigerian international departs PSL club amid Kaizer Chiefs links

Football

3 months ago

South African rugby icon dies unexpectedly in Cape Town

Rugby

3 months ago

Stellenbosch FC dump defending champions Kaizer Chiefs out of Nedbank Cup

Football

3 months ago

Springboks star Bongi Mbonambi announces passing of his grandmother

Rugby

3 months ago

Springboks star Bongi Mbonambi has announced the passing of his grandmother, sharing the sad news with fans and the rugby community on social media.

Mofokeng reveals how he is embracing his new role at Pirates

Football

3 months ago

Relebohile Mofokeng has reflected on his new role under Abdeslam Ouaddou at Orlando Pirates after his performance against AmaZulu in the Betway Premiership.

Pirates leapfrog Sundowns to return to Betway Premiership summit

Football

3 months ago

Orlando Pirates are back on top of the Betway Premiership table as they overtake Mamelodi Sundowns after beating AmaZulu FC at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.

Erasmus outlines early challenges facing Springboks at 2027 Rugby World Cup

Rugby

3 months ago

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has opened up about the early challenges South Africa could face at the 2027 Rugby World Cup following the release of the schedule.

Springboks’ 2027 World Cup fixtures revealed as Rassie Erasmus reacts

Rugby

3 months ago

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has shared his reaction after South Africa’s fixtures for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia were officially confirmed.

Stellenbosch FC announce death of SA midfielder before Kaizer Chiefs encounter

Football

3 months ago

Stellenbosch FC have confirmed the passing of a South African midfielder ahead of their clash against Kaizer Chiefs in the Nedbank Cup this Wednesday.