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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How footballer Jota dumped Christianity to become Muslim after friend introduced Islam

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Off the pitch elegance: Beautiful photos of Morocco’s WAFCON star in Hijab go viral

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Nouhaila Benzina was unique throughout the 2024 WAFCON, and her viral Instagram photos in hijab inspire, symbolising empowerment for Muslim women in sports.

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Ashleigh Plumptre has opened up on how she was overwhelmed by emotions shortly after Nigeria's Super Falcons defeated Morocco to win the 2024 WAFCON tournament.

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Jay Jay Okocha has reacted to claims that he carried eight-year-old Esther Okoronkwo on his shoulders in 2005, following Nigeria's WAFCON win on July 26, 2025.

WAFCON: Moroccan star speaks on importance of her Hijab she rocked against Nigeria

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Nouhaila Benzina proudly wore her hijab and inspired fans despite Morocco’s 3-2 loss to Nigeria’s Super Falcons, who clinched their 10th WAFCON title.

10th WAFCON Title: Ahmed Musa dances to Igbo song to celebrate Super Falcons' win, video

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24 days ago

Ahmed Musa danced to an Igbo song in Abuja to celebrate the Super Falcons’ 3-2 comeback win over Morocco, as they secured their 10th WAFCON title.

10th WAFCON Title: Osimhen joins Asisat Oshoala in Super Falcons celebrations, calls on Video

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Victor Osimhen celebrated via FaceTime as Nigeria’s Super Falcons rallied from 2-0 down to beat Morocco 3-2, clinching their 10th WAFCON title in Morocco.

Hulk Hogan’s Baptism and Lasting Faith: What WWE legend said before his death

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Hulk Hogan was baptised months before his death and the wrestling legend shared inspiring message to the fans to emphasise on his new found faith.

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Hulk Hogan has passed away at the age of 71 and police officials have confirmed that there are no foul play in the death of the legendary wrestling star.

Hulk Hogan’s final moments: Footage shows WWE legend being rushed to hospital before death

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Hulk Hogan was rushed to the hospital, and footage shows the moment medics made frantic efforts to resuscitate him outside of his home before his death.

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