The Trophy Room
Walk through the crowning moments of the Benin Arsenal. From our inaugural 1972 FA Cup to continental triumph in the 1994 CAF Cup, the legendary 3-in-a-row West African dynasty, and our emotional 2023 Federation Cup victory.
CAF Cup
The peak of African continental glory. Bendel Insurance conquered the continent in 1994, lifting the prestigious CAF Cup in front of a thunderous Benin crowd.
Trailing 1–0 after the first leg against Primeiro de Maio of Angola in Luanda, Bendel Insurance produced a legendary comeback at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, storming to a 3–0 win (3–1 aggregate) to be crowned African champions.
"A thrilling second-leg turnaround delivered the ultimate continental trophy to Edo State."
West African Club Championship (UFOA / WAFU Cup)
An unprecedented three-year dominance across West Africa. Bendel Insurance achieved a historic hat-trick of UFOA titles.
Between 1993 and 1995, the Benin Arsenal swept aside the top clubs from Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, and Togo to establish unrivaled supremacy in West African football.
"Became the first club in West African history to win three consecutive UFOA club titles."
Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL)
Top-tier Nigerian champions. Won the national league crown in 1973 just one year after foundation, followed by another triumphant title in 1979.
Under Pa Alabi Aisien's tactical brilliance and Dr. Samuel Ogbemudia's visionary support, Bendel Insurance became the standard-bearers of attacking football in Nigeria.
"Topped the league table with a ruthless offensive record and iron-clad defense."
Nigerian FA Cup / Challenge Cup / Federation Cup
Nigeria's oldest and most prestigious cup competition. Won in the inaugural founding year (1972), followed by the legendary 1978 3–0 demolition and the historic 2023 victory in Asaba.
In 1978, Bendel Insurance thrashed Enugu Rangers 3–0 at the National Stadium in Lagos in one of Nigerian football's greatest finals. On June 21, 2023, after a 28-year wait, Imade Osarenkhoe scored to defeat Rangers 1–0 at Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba and claim the trophy once more.
"Imade Osarenkhoe's first-half goal ended a 28-year major silverware drought."
Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8
The championship that launched the modern renaissance. Unbeaten NNL Super 8 champions in 2022 under Coach Monday Odigie.
Bendel Insurance dominated the 2021/22 Nigeria National League season, winning the Super 8 tournament in Asaba to secure promotion back to the NPFL where they immediately went 21 games unbeaten.
"Clinched top honors and sealed an emotional return to top-flight football."
Edo State FA Cup
The undisputed kings of Edo State football. Dominant record holders of the Edo State FA Cup with multiple consecutive titles.
Bendel Insurance have consistently dominated state competitions, representing Benin City with distinction on the road to the national Federation Cup.
"Successfully defended the Edo State FA Cup crown."
Decades of Triumphs
How the silverware was brought home across five eras
| Decade | Major Trophies Won | Key Tournaments | Titles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 1972 Challenge Cup, 1973 League, 1978 FA Cup (3–0 vs Rangers), 1979 League | Nigerian League & Challenge Cup | 4 |
| 1980s | 1980 Nigerian FA Cup Champions | Challenge Cup | 1 |
| 1990s | 1993, 1994, 1995 West African Club Championships (UFOA 3-Peat), 1994 CAF Cup Continental Glory | CAF Cup & WAFU Championship | 4 |
| 2020s | 2022 NNL Super 8 Championship, 2023 Federation Cup Champions (1–0 vs Enugu Rangers in Asaba) | Federation Cup & NNL Super 8 | 2 |
| Total Major Silverware | 11 | ||
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