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

Springboks star eyes comeback amid early retirement fears

Rugby

4 months ago

Former rugby star passes away at 22 following battle with chronic disease

Rugby

4 months ago

Orlando Pirates duo depart Soweto Giants for Betway Premiership rivals

Football

4 months ago

Springboks star Grant Williams hints at engagement to partner Tamryn Cupido

Rugby

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs sign South African midfielder from PSL rivals

Football

4 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs move up Betway Premiership table after seeing off Golden Arrows

Football

4 months ago

Rugby player ‘killed and buried in wood’ at age 40

Rugby

4 months ago

Rugby player Craig Hurcombe, 40, was allegedly killed and buried in a wooded area. Authorities have launched a full investigation into his death.

Bafana Bafana star seals move to Europe after leaving Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

4 months ago

Bafana Bafana star Thapelo Maseko has completed a move abroad after leaving Premier Soccer League giants Mamelodi Sundowns, marking the next chapter of his career.

Ex-FIFA referee reveals the two pivotal calls in Morocco vs Senegal AFCON 2025 final

Football

4 months ago

A former FIFA referee has explained two key decisions that shaped the outcome of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal.

Cardoso reacts to Brayan Leon’s impressive Mamelodi Sundowns debut

Football

4 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has praised new signing Brayan Leon after an impressive debut performance against Orbit College in the Betway Premiership.

Miguel Cardoso hails South African star after Sundowns’ win over Orbit College

Football

4 months ago

Miguel Cardoso has praised a South African star following Mamelodi Sundowns’ victory over Orbit College in the Betway Premiership on Monday evening.

New signing shines as Sundowns overtake Pirates with Orbit College win

Football

4 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns overtook Orlando Pirates after beating Orbit College in the Betway Premiership, with a new signing delivering an impressive performance.

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Pirates’ resurgence explained: Strong performances despite slow start under Ouaddou

Football

4 months ago

Orlando Pirates have improved their form this season despite early struggles under Abdeslam Ouaddou, with the team performing well in the Premier Soccer League.