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.

1507 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Orlando Pirates told why they need to sign former Mamelodi Sundowns star

Football

11 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs reportedly linked with the signing of Orlando Pirates star

Football

11 months ago

Kaizer Chiefs legend discloses why Dolly is yet to find new club in PSL

Football

11 months ago

Pitso Mosimane showers praise on European coach as he ponders next move

Football

11 months ago

How much Sundowns and Pirates will earn after qualifying for CAFCL group stages

Football

11 months ago

Richard Ofori joins new club in PSL after Orlando Pirates exit

Football

11 months ago

Pirates legend sends strong warning to Kaizer Chiefs concerning Sirino

Football

11 months ago

Orlando Pirates legend Benedict 'Tso' Vilakazi has sent strong warnings to Kaizer Chiefs concerning their summer signing, Gaston Sirino this season.

Morena hails 2 Pirates stars after Galaxy's loss in CAF Champions League

Football

11 months ago

South African tactician Morena Ramoreboli has showered praises on two Orlando Pirates players after Jwaneng Galaxy's CAF Champions League loss to the PSL side.

Mngqithi breaks silence on Shalulile’s goal drought at Sundowns

Football

11 months ago

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi has addressed Peter Shalulile's goal drought at the club after defeating Mbabane Swallaws in the CAF Champions League.

Reason Anthony Joshua should consider retirement after losing to Dubois

Sports

11 months ago

Nigerian-British boxer Anthony Joshua has been advised to consider retirement after his embarrassing loss to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.

Kaizer Chiefs' Nabi tops list of highest paid coaches in PSL this season

Football

11 months ago

The top five highest-paid tacticians in the Premier Soccer League have been ranked this season with Nasreddine Nabi joining the list since moving to Kaizer Chiefs.

How Joshua made more money than Dubois despite being knocked out in title bout

Sports

11 months ago

Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua made more money than Daniel Dubois despite losing the all-British heavyweight title fight at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.

Cape Town Spurs CEO discloses why Bafana star didn't join Kaizer Chiefs

Football

11 months ago

Cape Town Spurs Chief Executive Officer Alexi Efstathiou has disclosed why Kaizer Chiefs were unable to sign a South African international from them this summer.

Sharks steal Currie Cup title from Lions in dying seconds

Rugby

11 months ago

Hollywoodbets Sharks XV are Carling Currie Cup winners after defeating the Fidelity ADT Lions in the finals at the Emirates Airlines Park this weekend.

Rulani Mokwena signs two Brazilian stars for Wydad on deadline day

Football

11 months ago

South African tactician Rulani Mokwena has signed two Brazilian players Viana and Arthur for Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club on transfer deadline day.

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