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.

733 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Siya Kolisi links up with Real Madrid star after UEFA Champions League tie

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Video of Siya Kolisi and Ox Nche looking like elite bodyguards for Chelsea star...

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Kaizer Chiefs legend names Bafana Bafana star who will fit perfectly at Amakhosi

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Mamelodi Sundowns stage come back against Magesi to extend their lead in PSL

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Dricus du Plessis drives R1.3 million Ford Mustang GT fast car in South Africa, Video

UFC middleweight champion, Dricus du Plessis, was spotted driving through the streets of South Africa in his expensive Ford Mustang GT S550 fast car.

Rachel Kolisi celebrates Eben Etzebeth and Anlia's daughter on her birthday

Siya Kolisi's estranged wife Rachel Kolisi has joined others to celebrate the first-ever birthday anniversary of Eben and Anlia Etzebeth's daughter.

DJ Karri reacts to Vilakazi's dance, celebrates another Kaizer Chiefs star's birthday

South African record producer DJ Karri has commented on Mfundo Vilakazi doing the Lakodura dance after scoring in Kaizer Chiefs' win over Sekhukhune United in PSL.

"The Best": SA salutes Rulani Mokwena as he sets new record in Morocco

South Africans and Wydad fans have saluted Rulani Mokwena after leading the Red Castle to three successive wins in the Botola Pro League on Sunday.

Eben and Anlia Etzebeth's daughter marks 1st birthday, SA celebrates her

Springboks star Eben Etzebeth and his wife Anlia celebrate their daughter on her first ever birthday, with South Africans also joining them in celebrating her.

Springboks legend Victor Matfield celebrates daughter's matric pass, SA praises her

South African rugby legend Victor Matfield has celebrated his daughter's matric achievement on social media with South Africans joining him to celebrate her.

Siya Kolisi posts cryptic message after Rachel stylishly throws shade at him

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has shared a cryptic message on his page on Instagram after his estranged wife stylishly threw shades at him a few days ago.

Late Joost van der Westhuizen’s son marks 21st birthday, SA celebrates him

Late South African rugby legend Joost van der Westhuizen would be proud in heaven as his son, Jordan, marked his 21st birthday eight years after his death.

CAFCL: Cardoso fumes after Sundowns conceded 'stupid' goal against AS FAR Rabat

Portuguese manager Miguel Cardoso was angry after Mamelodi Sundowns conceded a 'stupid' goal against AS FAR Rabat in the CAF Champions League on Sunday.

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