Babajide Orevba

Education: B.Sc. Ed. Guidance & Counselling, EKSU (2011) NCE Political Science/Social Studies, AOCOED (2007), GNI Advanced Searches on Social Media (2024).

Experience: Intern at Choice FM (2011-2013), Secretary at RTcom (2013-2015), HOD Sports, Legit.ng (2015-2007), Digital marketing manager at Western Lotto (2017-2019), HOD Africa desk at Sports Brief (2021-2024), HOD Sports Desk at Legit.ng (2024-present)

Awards: Legit.ng's Best Sports Editor, 2021. Best Interview in 2023 at Sports Brief.

Babajide Orevba is a FIFA and CAF-accredited Nigerian journalist, digital publishing expert, researcher, writer and TV analyst. He has covered several major football tournaments, including FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, AFCON, CAF Competitions, as well as grassroots competitions in Africa. Email: babajide.orevba@corp.legit.ng

1572 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

Author's articles

Man United to offload Onana, 5 others stars to fund signing of impressive goalkeeper

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English club Chelsea escape as FIFA set to announce new plan for Club World Cup

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Super Eagles star caught “sagging” on the pitch, fans spot underwear, video

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Liverpool prepare welcome gift for Alexander Isak after fresh Newcastle decision made

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Manchester United XI vs Arsenal XI: Confirmed team news, predicted starting lineup

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Martin Dubravka: Burnley goalkeeper becomes first victim of new Premier League rule

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Blow for Nigeria as Super Eagles captain suffers injury ahead of Rwanda, South Africa clashes

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Ahmed Musa has suffered a knock during Kano Pillars' pre-season activities, and there are concerns over his fitness level ahead of the World Cup qualifiers.

Nigerian prophetess shares predictions on what will happen as football season returns

3 days ago

Nigerian prophetess popularly known as Bright The Seer, has predicted significant developments in the world of sports, including triumphs and retirements.

Petr Cech: Chelsea legend opens up, announces split from wife after 26 years together

3 days ago

Petr Cech and his wife Martina Cechova announced their separation after 26 years, but they will remain best friends and proud of kids Adela and Damian.

Victor Osimhen: Nigerian striker reacts to Galatasaray fan’s tattoo honouring him

3 days ago

Victor Osimhen was deeply moved by a dedicated fan’s tribute as a staunch Galatasaray supporter recently got a detailed tattoo of the forward on his hand.

Super Eagles star receives standing ovation in France as he returns to club for pre-season

3 days ago

Moses Simon was given a heroic welcome as he returned to Nantes, where fans gave him a standing ovation and honoured him with a framed photo of him lifting a title.

Cristiano Ronaldo: Al Nassr striker sends message to fans after departing Lagos

4 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al-Nassr teammates have departed Lagos, Portugal, where they started their preseason activities, as they arrived in Hong Kong.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino sends message to Okocha as Nigerian legend clocks 52

4 days ago

Jay Jay Okocha clocked 52 on August 14, 2025, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino has joined the football world in paying tributes to the legend.

Man loses composure after meeting Ashleigh Plumptre in Nigerian Embassy, London, video

4 days ago

Ashleigh Plumptre faced a football fan's overwhelming excitement outside the Nigerian Embassy in London, as captured in a viral video on social media.