The Edo State Authorities has supplied free rides to Bendel Insurance coverage supporters for his or her matchday 17 conflict in opposition to Rangers.
The state Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Osa Nehikhare disclosed this in an announcement on Thursday.
Nehikhare mentioned the gesture is to help the transportation and luxury of the followers and supporters to the match venue.
He urged the sports activities loving folks of the state to return out enmasse to assist the crew to victory.
Bendel Insurance coverage will host Rangers on the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on Saturday.
The statements reads: “Our sports-loving governor, His Excellency, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has permitted the availability of free bus journey by way of the Edo Metropolis Transport Providers (ECTS) to mobilize Edo folks of their numbers to cheer the State’s soccer crew, Insurance coverage, to victory throughout their NPFL conflict in opposition to Rangers on Saturday, January 06, 2024, on the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin Metropolis.
“The free buses might be obtainable at numerous pickup factors to make sure straightforward and accessible motion for followers and supporters of Bendel Insurance coverage in addition to different soccer fanatics to and from the match venue.
“The route for the free bus service contains Ugbowo axis, Airport Street, Sokponba Street, Ikpoba-Hill, Eyean-Aduwawa axis, King Sq. axis, Ogida Siluko Street, New Benin, Sapele Street and Ekenwan Street.
“Whereas we’re certain of victory after 90 minutes of thrilling soccer actions, we’re encouraging Edo folks to return out enmasse to cheer our darling crew, Bendel Insurance coverage to victory. We would like the stadium to be stuffed in order that we can provide them the ethical and intimidating assist they require.”