Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
The iconic home of Bendel Insurance Football Club in the heart of Benin City, Edo State.
12,000
All-seater stadium
8-Lane
Tartan athletics track
Benin City
Stadium Road, Ogbe Quarter
Bendel Insurance
The Benin Arsenal
Stadium Ticket Pricing
Official admission rates for matches at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
Popular
General admission seating across the open stands.
Gates 4, 5 & 6
VIP Extension
Covered grandstand seating with prime elevated match perspective.
Gates 2 & 3
VVIP
State Box prime seating in the central executive tier.
Gate 1 (VVIP Entrance)
Season Ticket
Full season pass for all Bendel Insurance NPFL home games.
Dedicated Season Access
Stadium Gallery
Views of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
Main BowlMain Bowl & Stadium Arena
The 12,000-capacity arena with natural pitch and 8-lane Tartan track.
ExteriorGrand Entrance & Main Facade
Modern architectural entrance facade on Stadium Road, Benin City.
MatchdayMatchday Evening Atmosphere
Electrifying matchday atmosphere in Benin City supporting the Benin Arsenal.
The Historic Home of Edo Football
Named in honour of Brigadier General Dr. Samuel Osaigbovo Ogbemudia — the former Military Governor of Mid-Western and Bendel States — the stadium has stood for decades as the home of sports in Edo State.
Originally known as Ogbe Stadium, this venue witnessed the legendary rise of Bendel Insurance FC, hosting iconic FA Cup and league championship triumphs.
12,000
Seating Capacity
Benin City
Location
Key Historical Milestones
Commissioned under Dr. Samuel Ogbemudia
Built under Military Governor Brigadier General Samuel Ogbemudia as the home of sports in Edo State.
FA Cup Glory & Championship Era
Home fortress during Bendel Insurance's famous 3–0 FA Cup triumph and national league title runs.
Continental CAF Cup Championship
Bendel Insurance overturned a first-leg deficit to win 3–0 in Benin and lift the continental CAF Cup.
Modern Overhaul
Edo State Government completed an extensive modernization of the stadium ahead of the National Sports Festival.
Stadium Features
Key elements of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
12,000 All-Seater Bowl
Modern covered spectator stands providing clear sightlines from every angle of the stadium.
8-Lane Tartan Athletics Track
Full-standard synthetic rubberized running track surrounding the main pitch.
Matchday Gates & Turnstiles
Organized turnstiles and gate access points for fast and secure fan entry.
Matchday Guide
Essential information for visiting the stadium on matchday
Stands & Gates
- ●VVIP (₦5,000): Gate 1 (VVIP Entrance).
- ●VIP Extension (₦2,000): Gates 2 & 3 (Covered Stand).
- ●Popular (₦500): Gates 4, 5 & 6 (Open Stands).
- ●Season Ticket (₦150,000): Dedicated Pass Entry.
Timings & Access
- Gates Open: 2 hours before scheduled kickoff.
- Turnstiles Close: 15 minutes after kickoff.
- Tickets: Physical tickets or digital barcode.
Location
Address: Stadium Road, Ogbe Quarter, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
Located near King's Square (Ring Road) via Stadium Road.
Upcoming at the Ogbemudia
Cheer on the Benin Arsenal at home this season
Sun 30 Aug 2026 • 16:00 WAT
Sun 13 Sep 2026 • 16:00 WAT
Sun 27 Sep 2026 • 16:00 WAT