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.

2535 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Erasmus celebrates Springboks’ big win over Japan, singles out top performer ahead of France test

Rugby

6 months ago

Football community mourns as footballer dies after fatal lightning strike

Football

6 months ago

Miguel Cardoso defends his tactics after Mamelodi Sundowns’ draw with Orlando Pirates

Football

6 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs coach speaks out on title contenders after hard-fought win against Durban City

Football

6 months ago

Cardoso reacts to Betway Premiership title race following Sundowns’ draw with Pirates

Football

6 months ago

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi opens up on tough battle against Japan

Rugby

6 months ago

Kurt-Lee Arendse delighted after Springboks thrash Japan 61-7 at Wembley

Rugby

6 months ago

Springboks winger Kurt-Lee Arendse described South Africa’s emphatic 61-7 victory over Japan at Wembley Stadium as “a good start” to their end-of-year tour.

Abdeslam Ouaddou Shares Thoughts on Lebone Seema’s Performance Against Mamelodi Sundowns

Football

6 months ago

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has shared his thoughts on Lebone Seema’s performance in their Betway Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns.

Ouaddou explains why he started Dansin against Sundowns after his wonder goal

Football

6 months ago

Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained why he chose to start young midfielder Carmen Dansin in the clash against Mamelodi Sundowns.

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates play out stalemate at Loftus Versfeld

Football

6 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates played out a thrilling draw at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in a highly anticipated Betway Premiership clash on Saturday.

Cedric Kaze gives candid verdict despite Kaizer Chiefs’ win over Durban City

Football

6 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze shared an honest assessment of his team’s performance despite their victory over Durban City in the Betway Premiership.

Olympic medalist dies at 78 after brave battle with cancer

Sports

6 months ago

An Olympic medalist has passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. The legendary athlete, who made history representing his nation on the world stage.

Kaizer Chiefs overtake Orlando Pirates with narrow victory against Durban City

Football

6 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs climbed above Orlando Pirates on the league table after a narrow but crucial win over Durban City in their latest Premier League clash.

Jesse Kriel impresses fans with his Japanese ahead of Springboks’ clash with Japan

Rugby

6 months ago

Springboks star Jesse Kriel impresses fans by speaking Japanese ahead of South Africa’s rugby clash with Japan this weekend at Wembley Stadium in England.

Eben Etzebeth: Springboks Star’s Wife Pens Sweet Message to Celebrate Husband’s Birthday in Style

Rugby

6 months ago

Eben Etzebeth’s wife, Anlia, celebrated the Springboks star’s birthday in style with a heartfelt message that melted fans’ hearts on social media.

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