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.

2624 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Pirates boss Dr Irvin Khoza responds to talks about owning the PSL

Football

9 months ago

Court rules against Pitso Mosimane in R7.9 million dispute with Sundowns

Football

9 months ago

Ouaddou explain why he was unhappy despite Pirates' win over Stellenbosch

Football

9 months ago

MTN8 semi-final: Ouaddou confident of Pirates' win against Sundowns in Pretoria

Football

9 months ago

Springboks suffer yet another injury setback ahead of Australia clash after Siya Kolisi blow

Rugby

9 months ago

Springboks' stand-in captain Jesse Kriel turns heads with R2.2 million luxury car, video

Rugby

9 months ago

2 Kaizer Chiefs stars named as Broos announces initial Bafana squad for Nigeria & Lesotho ties

Football

9 months ago

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has named his initial squad for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria, with Kaizer Chiefs stars making the cut.

Mamelodi Sundowns star escalates exit row, reports PSL giants to FIFA

Football

9 months ago

A Mamelodi Sundowns star has filed a complaint with FIFA against the Premier Soccer League giants as he seeks to terminate his contract and leave the club.

Ribeiro drops cryptic message ahead of Sundowns' clashes with Pirates and Chiefs

Football

9 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star Lucas Ribeiro has sparked speculation with a cryptic social media message ahead of crucial clashes against Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs.

Sundowns star excited after matching Kaizer Chiefs legend's PSL record against Magesi

Football

9 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns star has expressed his excitement after equalling the Premier Soccer League goal-scoring record of a Kaizer Chiefs legend against Magesi.

What happened last time Kaizer Chiefs won first three matches in Betway Premiership?

Football

9 months ago

A look back at the last time Kaizer Chiefs won their opening three Betway Premiership fixtures, and how their season unfolded after the strong start.

New club tables lucrative bid for Pirates star Mofokeng: "He's worth more"

Football

9 months ago

Orlando Pirates have received a significant offer from a new club for Bafana Bafana star Relebohile Mofokeng, amid growing talks about him leaving this summer.

Youssef explains how second half risk helped Kaizer Chiefs sink Richards Bay

Football

9 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Khalil Ben Youssef explains how a bold second-half tactical change led to their 1-0 victory over Richards Bay in Tuesday's clash.

African football community mourns as ex-AFCON star dies, weeks after sister’s death

Football

9 months ago

A popular African footballer dies at the age of 39, just weeks after the heartbreaking loss of his sister, leaving fans and the football world in mourning.

American influencer defends Du Plessis amid racism allegations: "Ignore the noise"

Sports

9 months ago

Tristan Tate, brother of Andrew Tate, publicly defends former UFC World Champion Dricus du Plessis amid racism accusations after losing to Khamzat Chimaev.

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