Ismael Seriki found the back of the net to secure a 1-0 victory for Bendel Insurance against Heartland at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, extending their unbeaten run to four games.
Seriki’s decisive strike came in the 83rd minute of the game.
With this win, Bendel Insurance has climbed to eighth place in the league standings.
On the other hand, Heartland remains in 19th place and will have to win all six of their remaining matches to ensure their survival.
Meanwhile, at the Pantami Township Stadium, Kwara United and Doma United played out a goalless draw.