2026/2027 NPFL Season: Bendel Insurance secures Oweifaleya's future with new long-term deal

Posted : 11 June 2026

Bendel Insurance have moved to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2026/2027 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season by tying down promising forward Alex Oweifaleya to a new three-year contract extension.

The renewed agreement will keep the highly-rated 19-year-old striker at the Benin City club until 2029, underlining the management's confidence in his potential and long-term importance to the team.

Oweifaleya emerged as one of Bendel Insurance's standout performers during the recently concluded campaign, enjoying an impressive breakthrough season in the NPFL. The young attacker netted 10 goals in his debut top-flight season, establishing himself as a key figure in the club's frontline.

Having joined the Benin Arsenal from OYC Academy, Warri, last year, the striker quickly adapted to life in the elite division and became a fan favourite with his goalscoring exploits and energetic displays.

The contract extension is expected to provide stability for Bendel Insurance as they prepare for the new campaign, with Oweifaleya tipped to play an even bigger role in the club's pursuit of success.

With his future now secured, attention will shift to whether the talented forward can build on last season's performances and help Bendel Insurance challenge strongly in the upcoming NPFL season.

The long-term commitment rewards the striker's significant contributions and secures a valuable asset for the Benin City outfit. As preparations intensify for the upcoming football calendar, retaining top young talent remains central to the club's strategy. Supporters will be eager to see how the clinical forward develops further under the renewed terms in the domestic top flight.

Betting Predictions

Bendel Insurance (NPFL Season Outlook):

Bendel Insurance to win their opening home match is a strong option, as securing their star young striker provides immediate stability and morale ahead of the new campaign.
Over 1.5 Team Goals for Bendel Insurance carries value in their early fixtures, given that 19-year-old clinical forward Alex Oweifaleya (who scored 10 goals last season) is locked in to spearhead their attacking ambitions.

These strategic renewals set a positive tone for the Benin Arsenal as they look to build on last season's performances and challenge strongly in the domestic top flight. Check here for betting odds.

2026/2027 NPFL Season: Bendel Insurance secures Oweifaleya's future with new long-term deal

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