Monday Odigie, head coach of Bendel Insurance, has officially stepped down from his role amid a difficult start to the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season.
Odigie, who previously guided the team back to the NPFL and led them to the CAF Confederation Cup, submitted his resignation letter to the club’s secretary, Mr. Charles Ihikmekpen, as reported by BSNSports.com.ng.
Despite his earlier successes, Bendel Insurance has faced significant challenges:
Currently at the bottom of the NPFL table with just 12 points from 12 matches After Narrowly avoided relegation last season, reflecting ongoing struggles in maintaining competitive form.
Odigie’s decision to resign comes as the team seeks solutions to reverse its poor performance.
Odigie’s tenure at Bendel Insurance included notable achievements:
Guided the Benin Arsenal back to the NPFL four seasons ago and also Secured qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup, putting the team on the continental football map.
However, recent difficulties have overshadowed these accomplishments, leading to his departure.
As the team grapples with relegation fears, Bendel Insurance’s management will now need to:
Identify a suitable replacement for Monday Odigie and address the underlying issues affecting the team’s performance.
Fans and stakeholders hope this transition will bring a much-needed turnaround for the struggling team.
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