Shaibu harps on discipline ahead Remo clash, trains with team to shore up morale

Photos: At the top, Shaibu (left) training with Insurance. He also to the media after the training session. Photos courtesy Edo state Sports Commission

By George Aluo

Edo State Deputy Governor and number one motivator of Benin Arsenal, Rt. Hon. Philip Shaibu has charged the team to be disciplined ahead of the crucial NPFL clash away to Remo Stars.

Shaibu who trained with the team yesterday ostensibly to boost their morale said nothing but maximum points would be good enough in the encounter billed for the Remo International Stadium, Ikenne on Sunday.

Shaibu, while addressing the players after the Thursday work out charged the players to remain focused.

Bendel Insurance has  maintained an unbeaten run from the start of the season, having played thirteen games with six draws and seven wins.

Shaibu, who expressed satisfaction with the club’s performance so far, was optimistic of their qualification for continental competitions.

“I’m charging you all to remain disciplined and be good ambassadors of our State as the league gradually winds down”.

“In four matches now, you haven’t won a game. You have to re-establish your control over the league by going back to winning ways and you must start with Remo Stars”.

“Edo people are praying for you; we are supporting you. You should be able to make us proud. We are with you in spirit and we will keep praying for you”.

“Our aim is  to be the African champions and qualify to play in the World Club Cup, nothing less.  We want to see Bendel Insurance  play with the best teams in Europe and also be the breeding ground for the national teams.”

Bendel lnsurance has garnered 27 points to occupy the first position in group A of NPFL.

The team has topped the league table since the kick off of the season and maintained its unbeaten run.