Ambition is clearly sharpening in Benin City as Bendel Insurance FC move to bolster their frontline with the addition of two new forwards ahead of the new campaign.

The club confirmed the arrival of attackers Terdoo Shimagande and Joseph Godstime from Niger Tornadoes FC, with both players putting pen to paper on two-year contracts during a formal unveiling ceremony held on Monday.

The new signings are part of a broader push to improve attacking output after a mid-table finish last season, a campaign that exposed the need for greater consistency and cutting edge in the final third.

Club officials, who continue to build a more competitive squad, described the arrivals as a boost in quality and intent, with both players expected to inject pace, energy, and goal threat into the attacking unit.

Following the unveiling, the Benin-based side expressed optimism about what the duo can bring to the team, highlighting their potential impact both on and off the pitch.

In a statement shared after the presentation, the club wrote:

“We’re delighted to welcome Terdoo Shimagande and Joseph Godstime to Bendel Insurance FC on two-year deal,”


They added a more emotional appeal to supporters, framing the signings as part of a collective mission:

“Two proven forwards signed from Niger Tornadoes. Fresh hunger. One mission—to give everything for the badge and our incredible community.”

The message underlined not just recruitment activity, but also an attempt to strengthen identity and unity around the team.

For Bendel Insurance FC, the focus now shifts toward converting these additions into improved results. Last season’s inconsistent scoring record ultimately limited their push up the table, prompting the club to prioritise attacking reinforcements during the transfer window.

With Shimagande and Godstime now integrated into the squad, expectations will centre on whether the new partnership can translate promise into goals as the team looks to climb higher in the next campaign.