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.

2891 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Nigerian international departs PSL club amid Kaizer Chiefs links

Football

5 months ago

South African rugby icon dies unexpectedly in Cape Town

Rugby

5 months ago

Stellenbosch FC dump defending champions Kaizer Chiefs out of Nedbank Cup

Football

5 months ago

Springboks star Bongi Mbonambi announces passing of his grandmother

Rugby

5 months ago

Mofokeng reveals how he is embracing his new role at Pirates

Football

5 months ago

Pirates leapfrog Sundowns to return to Betway Premiership summit

Football

5 months ago

Erasmus outlines early challenges facing Springboks at 2027 Rugby World Cup

Rugby

5 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

5 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

5 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.

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Sundowns’ CAF Champions League Round of 16 hopes dented after loss to Al Hilal

Football

6 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns’ hopes of reaching the CAF Champions League Round of 16 are under threat after their defeat against Al Hilal in Kigali, Rwanda.

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Why Kaizer Chiefs are a serious threat to Pirates and Sundowns in the PSL title race

Football

6 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs are emerging as a major threat in the Betway Premiership title race, with Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns warned to watch out.

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Bafana Bafana star Pirates need back at his best this season

Football

6 months ago

Orlando Pirates need Bafana Bafana star Relebohile Mofokeng at his best this season to boost their chances of winning the Betway Premiership title.

Injury crisis deepens as Springboks lose key player for extended period

Rugby

6 months ago

The Springboks have been dealt another major blow as a key player suffers a long-term injury, raising concerns ahead of upcoming international fixtures.