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.

1419 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Video: Siya Kolisi turns heads with R1.6 million luxury ride: 'When leadership is in your DNA'

Rugby

28 days ago

Iconic WWE superstar passes away at 71 after cardiac arrest, SA reacts

Sports

28 days ago

Kgatlana explains why she’s missing from Banyana Banyana’s WAFCON 2024: 'No deeper story'

Football

28 days ago

French Media Giant acquires MultiChoice for R55bn, takes full control of DStv, GOtv

Football

29 days ago

Bafana Bafana hopeful dumps PSL club for a move to England ahead of next season

Football

29 days ago

Springbok star Jesse Kriel joins training session with Kaizer Chiefs legend 'Shabba'

Rugby

30 days ago

PSL side hands coach and technical team with luxury cars worth R943k

Football

30 days ago

A Premier Soccer League club have surprised their head coach and technical team with luxury vehicles worth R943,000 ahead of the 2025-26 Betway Premiership season.

Ellis breaks down Banyana Banyana’s loss to Nigeria, reacts to devastating injury

Football

30 days ago

Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis explains the team’s loss to the Super Falcons of Nigeria and shares her reaction to Gabriela Salgado's horrific injury.

Rugby legend Des van Jaarsveldt dies at 96; new oldest living Springbok named

Rugby

30 days ago

Former Springbok captain Des van Jaarsveldt died at the age of 96 and 112 days, making way for a new oldest living Springbok, who is currently 89 years old.

Rassie Erasmus in tears as he speaks on Mapimpi’s heartbreaking family tragedy, Video

Rugby

a month ago

Rassie Erasmus moved to tears as he opens up about Springbok star Makazole Mapimpi’s heartbreaking family tragedy, explaining the emotional toll it takes on him.

Video: Cheslin Kolbe seen behind the wheel of R1.73m Mercedes-Benz

Rugby

a month ago

South African rugby star Cheslin Kolbe was spotted behind the wheel of a sleek R1.73 million Mercedes-Benz, showcasing his taste for luxury off the field.

"The best": Dricus du Plessis’ girlfriend Vasti Spiller turns heads in R455k luxury car

Sports

a month ago

UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis' fiancée, Vasti Spiller, turns heads on social media as she showcases a brand-new R455,000 luxury ride.

Benni McCarthy marks daughter's 17th birthday with heartfelt message, SA celebrates her

Football

a month ago

Bafana Bafana legend Benni McCarthy has celebrated his daughter, Allegra, on her 17th birthday; the Harambee Stars coach shared a lovely post on social media.

Siya Kolisi's return to Springboks squad sparks new debate ahead Georgia clash

Rugby

a month ago

Siya Kolisi has been recalled to the Springboks squad ahead of their upcoming clash with Georgia, sparking fresh debate over team selection and his match readiness.