Bendel Insurance FC have suspended head coach Greg Ikhenoba following a disappointing start to the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. The club has secured only one victory in their opening seven matches, with their most recent fixture resulting in a 1–0 home defeat to Nasarawa United.
Consequently, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, approved Ikhenoba’s suspension, effective from Monday, October 6, 2025. In the interim, Coach Baldwin Bazuaye, MON, has been appointed to oversee the team’s technical operations until further notice.
Editorial
The suspension of Coach Greg Ikhenoba by Bendel Insurance FC marks a critical juncture in the club’s pursuit of excellence. While the decision reflects the team’s current underperformance, it also offers an opportunity for reflection and strategic realignment.
The appointment of Coach Baldwin Bazuaye as interim head of the technical crew introduces a fresh perspective that could invigorate the squad. Bazuaye’s experience and leadership will be pivotal in steering the team back on course. It’s imperative that the club’s management, players, and supporters unite to support this transition, focusing on collective progress rather than individual setbacks.
With determination and cohesive effort, Bendel Insurance FC can navigate this challenge and emerge stronger in the competitive landscape of the NPFL.
Did You Know?
- Bendel Insurance FC’s home ground, the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, has a seating capacity of 20,000 spectators.
- The club was founded in 1972 and has a rich history in Nigerian football.
- Bendel Insurance FC is one of the oldest football clubs in Nigeria.
- The club’s nickname, “The Benin Arsenals,” reflects their strategic approach to the game.
- Bendel Insurance FC has a strong youth development programme aimed at nurturing local talent.
