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

1578 articles published since 03 Mar 2020

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Tragedy as Nigerian coach slumps and dies in training

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Victor Osimhen: Nigerian striker pays tribute to Brazilian football legend Ronaldo

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9 days ago

Two footballers die in tragic car crash, one month after Diogo Jota's death

Football

9 days ago

Victor Osimhen breaks unique record in Turkey following transfer from Napoli to Galatasaray

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10 days ago

WAFCON winner Michelle Alozie treated to heroic welcome as she returns to United States

Football

10 days ago

Former South African star claims Banyana Banyana were poisoned in Nigeria during WAFCON qualifier

Football

11 days ago

Victor Osimhen generates huge amount for Galatasaray one week after permanent transfer

Football

12 days ago

Victor Osimhen’s collector’s boxes and flight stream generate €4.2 million, fuelling Galatasaray’s €150 million commercial goal after his €75 million transfer.

John Utaka: French club appoint former Super Eagles forward as Women's team coach

Football

12 days ago

John Chukwudi Utaka has been appointed as the head coach of ASPTT Montpellier women's team, as he returns to the city where he won Ligue 1 in 2011-12.

Taye Taiwo: Former Nigerian star speaks after meeting Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traore

Football

12 days ago

Taye Taiwo speaks after meeting Burkina Faso’s President Ibrahim Traore at the August 4th Stadium reopening before the country's Independence Anniversary.

Super Falcons star nominated for Ballon d'Or award after heroics at WAFCON

Football

12 days ago

Chiamaka Nnadozie has been nominated for the prestigious Women’s Yachine Trophy at the upcoming 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony following her WAFCON heroics.

Victor Osimhen mourns as Turkish club Galatasaray announce death of former player

Football

13 days ago

Galatasaray are mourining the death of Umit Aktan whose career began in the club’s youth academy before an injury led to a distinguished media career.

Nigeria-eligible star dumps Chelsea, signs 5-year deal with rival Premier League club

Football

13 days ago

Lesley Ugochukwu has joined Burnley from English Premier League rivals Chelsea FC for over £20 million on a five-year deal ahead of the upcoming season.

Days after Tinubu's $100k, N30m from Ondo, Falcons star bags chieftaincy title in Lagos

Football

13 days ago

Super Falcons star Tosin Demehin has bagged a chieftaincy title in Lagos, days after receiving N30m and a house from Ondo’s governor, and a $100k gift from Tinubu.

Heartbreak as Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho in tears after suffering personal loss, video

Football

13 days ago

Jose Mourinho tearfully honoured Jorge Costa, who died at the age of 53 after suffering from cardiac arrest at FC Porto's training centre on Tuesday.

Cristiano Ronaldo sparks buzz in Lagos as he leads teammates in evening drill, photos

Football

13 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al Nassr teammates have continued to fine-tune themselves in the Portuguese City of Lagos ahead of the upcoming football season.

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