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.

1385 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Harambee Stars under Benni McCarthy ready to challenge for CHAN 2024 title

Football

12 days ago

MTN8 title race explodes as Pirates and Sundowns draw each other in semis

Football

12 days ago

Kaizer Chiefs chances of winning Betway Premiership this season

Football

12 days ago

Why Mudau, Ribeiro and Shalulile were absent against Richards Bay – Cardoso explains

Football

12 days ago

Mamelodi Sundowns Join Pirates in MTN8 Semis After Thrashing Richards Bay

Football

12 days ago

Former Sundowns striker give honest opinion on Fawaaz Basadien move to Masandawana

Football

12 days ago

Ouaddou reflects on impact of six debutants in Pirates’ victory over Polokwane

Football

12 days ago

Abdeslam Ouaddou has reflected on six debutants in Orlando Pirates’ win over Polokwane City, highlighting their performance and readiness for the season.

Kaizer Chiefs warned by South African legend ahead 2025/26 campaign

Football

13 days ago

A South African football legend has warned Kaizer Chiefs to address key issues ahead of the 2025/26 season to avoid another disappointing campaign.

Bafana Bafana star earns Ouaddou's praise after Man of the Match performance vs Polokwane City

Football

13 days ago

Orlando Pirates assistant coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praises Oswin Appollis after his Man of the Match performance against Polokwane City in the MTN8 clash.

Pirates sweep into MTN8 semis with Appollis stealing the show against Polokwane City

Football

13 days ago

Orlando Pirates advance to the MTN8 semifinals with a dominant performance, as Oswin Appollis shines against his former team, Polokwane City, in a standout display.

Tragedy in Cape Town: Veteran cyclist dies after attack in CBD

Sports

15 days ago

Veteran South African cyclist Dennis Hammar has died following a violent CBD attack in Cape Town. The cycling community is mourning his tragic loss.

Former Mamelodi Sundowns star joins Liverpool after leaving PSL giants

Football

15 days ago

A former Mamelodi Sundowns star has reportedly completed his move to Liverpool FC, making headlines across South Africa after struggling in the PSL.

Wife of late cyclist Dennis Hammar recounts distressing police encounter: "It’s a disgrace"

Sports

15 days ago

Dennis Hammar’s wife recounts a distressing encounter with police before the veteran South African cyclist’s tragic death after being attacked in Cape Town.

'Married my best friend': Tshituka and wife let fans in on their wedding day, videos

Rugby

15 days ago

Springbok star Vincent Tshituka and his wife Katlego Monare share a heartfelt look inside their wedding day, complete with beautiful videos and special moments.

Mzansi beams with joy as Eben Etzebeth’s wife Anlia glows in baby bump reveal

Rugby

15 days ago

Mzansi celebrates as Anlia Etzebeth, wife of Springbok star Eben Etzebeth, glows while flaunting her baby bump in a heartwarming reveal on social media.

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