Bendel Insurance continue their winless run in the Nigeria Professional Football League Championship play-off, forcing Enyimba to a 1-1 draw at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Lagos, on Wednesday.
The Benin Arsenal drew their last two matches, and needed three points to stay in contention.
The however failed to take their chances and have now drawn all their games in the playoff.
Sadiq Abubakar put Enyimba ahead in the 22nd minute, with a super finish from inside the area.
Divine Nwachukwu then restored parity for Bendel Insurance, heading home a delightful cross on 37 minutes.
Both side failed to find the winner in the second half but Enyimba is the happier of the two sides as the result is enough to keep them in good position on the table.
Enyimba moves to five points from three matches, while Bendel Insurance has three points after drawing against Lobi Stars and Sunshine Stars.
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