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 Sports Journalist with over nine 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.

3187 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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‘I supported Chiefs’: PSL star reveals his Kaizer Chiefs connection

Football

14 days ago

Glody Lilepo explains Kaizer Chiefs exit after just 18 months at Naturena

Football

14 days ago

Sundowns turn to South America for Jayden Adams replacement

Football

14 days ago

Rugby’s greatest rivalry under threat as severe weather looms over FNB Stadium

Rugby

14 days ago

All Blacks star sent strong warning to Springboks ahead of third Test

Rugby

14 days ago

Jomo Sono opens up on his Bafana Bafana salary and Pitso Mosimane’s earnings

Football

15 days ago

Sundowns push harder to sign Bafana Bafana star amid Pirates interest

Football

15 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have increased their bid for a Bafana Bafana star as they step up their pursuit amid reported interest from Orlando Pirates this summer.

Pitso Mosimane identifies Bafana Bafana star deserving of a fair chance

Football

15 days ago

Pitso Mosimane has revealed the Bafana Bafana star he wants to give a fair chance as he considers his options for the South African men's national team.

3 Springboks stars on the verge of historic milestone against All Blacks

Rugby

15 days ago

Siya Kolisi, Du Toit and Wiese are set to make Springbok history by forming a record-breaking loose trio against the All Blacks in the final Test.

Springboks’ ‘Tonyball’ may be fading, but Tony Brown’s influence remains, says Nick Mallett

Rugby

15 days ago

Nick Mallett explains how Tony Brown continues to influence the Springboks’ attack despite ‘Tonyball’ being less visible in the series against All Blacks.

Pirates welcome back Bafana Bafana star after lengthy spell abroad

Football

15 days ago

Bafana Bafana star returns to Orlando Pirates after spending months abroad, providing the Buccaneers with a boost in their squad quality this season.

Good news for Kaizer Chiefs as defensive boost arrives before Siwelele clash

Football

15 days ago

Premier Soccer League giants Kaizer Chiefs have received a major defensive boost ahead of their Betway Premiership clash with Siwelele FC this weekend.

Good news for Springboks ahead of final Test in All Blacks rivalry

Rugby

15 days ago

The Springboks have received a major boost ahead of their final Test in the USA against the All Blacks of New Zealand in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series.

Pirates fan embraces Soweto buzz ahead of Springboks-All Blacks showdown

Rugby

15 days ago

Orlando Pirates fan and Springboks star Kurt-Lee Arendse is embracing the Soweto atmosphere ahead of South Africa’s highly anticipated All Blacks showdown.

South African showjumping pioneer and 1992 Olympian dies aged 80

Sports

15 days ago

South Africa’s first black showjumper and 1992 Olympian, Enos Mafokate, has passed away aged 80, prompting tributes to the pioneering sports figure.

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