At BOX18 Naija, we believe the best stories about African football come from the people who live it. While our journalists cover the beats, we know there are perspectives that only an "insider" can provide.
We are looking for the outliers, the thinkers, and the game-changers. Whether you are a founder in the sports-tech space, an investor looking at African academies, a player with a story to tell, or a fan who sees a trend the world is missing — we want your voice.
Who Should Write For Us
BOX18 Naija's Opinions section is open to anyone who has spent real time inside African football as a player, a coach, an agent, a federation official, a journalist, a researcher, a fan who became an expert, or an expert who never stopped being a fan. Coaches. Scouts. Agents. Club administrators. Football economists. Former players. Diaspora voices. Federation insiders. Football lawyers. If you understand something about this game that most people don't, we want to publish it.
Your perspective is the credential. Come with something to say.
What We Publish
Deep investigative stories, profiles, and essays. 1,500–4,000 words.
Match breakdowns, system analysis, player comparisons. Data welcome.
Original takes on transfers, governance, culture. Strong point of view required.
Dual nationals, African players abroad, identity in football. Personal angles welcome.
Stats-driven pieces. Nigeria, African leagues, international comps.
Video essay scripts or podcast episode proposals for the BOX18 show.
What We're Looking For
What We Won't Publish
Submission Guidelines
Pitch Your Story
Send us a 200–300 word pitch before writing the full piece. Include your proposed angle, key sources, and why it matters now.
We Pay for Quality Stories. Accepted features are paid at a rate agreed per piece based on length, research depth, and exclusivity. Our editorial team will discuss terms with you before commissioning the full article.