A fresh chapter begins at Bendel Insurance as Emperor Jaret Tenebe was unveiled on 27 June as the new chairman. The Edo State Sports Commission orchestrated the launch at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, attended by government officials, Edo FA leaders and club supporters.
Tenebe arrived to a warm welcome at Benin Airport, declaring his intention to steer the club onto the continental stage. “With the support of the Sports Commission and our fans, I believe we can play continental football every season,” he said.
His appointment follows Phillip Shaibu’s elevation to Director General of the National Institute for Sports. Edo FA Chairman Fred Newton Erhunmwunse praised Tenebe’s experience, calling the appointment richly deserved and predicting a return to continental success.
More than just a change in leadership, this move aligns with Edo State’s long-term sports strategy including the ongoing renovation of Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and the development of mini-stadia across the state. Tenebe’s arrival signals the club’s preparedness to reclaim national and continental prominence.
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We believe Bendel Insurance is entering a pivotal moment. Emperor Tenebe’s leadership injects ambition and credibility into the club’s long-term vision. His public commitment to continental qualification each season shows this is not mere rhetoric it’s a call to action.
We feel this appointment dovetails perfectly with the broader agenda of sporting renaissance in Edo State. Upgraded facilities, mini-stadia projects and better governance these are the foundations on which success thrives. With those structures in place, Tenebe’s role becomes even more critical in converting potential into performance.
We are confident his prior leadership most recently as Edo FA chairman offers both institutional knowledge and passion. It’s time for Bendel Insurance to build on its FA Cup triumph in 2023 and consistent league displays to become a regular force in African competitions.
We advocate that Tenebe, the Sports Commission, and the technical team channel their synergy into structured planning. Youth pipelines, tactical stability and financial prudence must guide their work. Continental dreams are achievable, but only through sustained effort.
We stand behind this vision wholeheartedly. Under Tenebe’s oversight, backed by strategic investment, Bendel Insurance have every ingredient to evolve from Nigerian stalwarts to continental contenders and it all starts now.
Did You Know?
- Emperor Jaret Tenebe previously served as Edo FA Chairman and also chaired the Nigeria Football Association.
- Bendel Insurance ended a 43-year wait by winning the 2023 FA Cup securing their fourth Federation Cup title.
- Their home base, Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, is currently being renovated and complemented by the building of 20 mini-stadia across Edo State.
- The club boasts a continuous upward leap from NNL promotion to NPFL mid-table finishes and cup glory.
- Edo State government recently acknowledged their NPFL form, placing them fifth after 11 unbeaten matches, and highlighted continental qualification as a current goal.
