FROM IKHILI EBALU, BENIN
Edo State Governor,Sen Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, announced that the State Government has offered full scholarships for the three children of late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, an indigene of the state who died in active service to the nation.
The approval, granted by Governor Monday Okpebholo, ensures that the children’s education would be fully funded from their current levels to university.
The chief press secretary to governor in a statement said the decision underscored the administration’s commitment to honouring the sacrifice of fallen military personnel and supporting the families they leave behind.
The beneficiaries are Farida Hussain-Braimah, 18, a 100-level Software Engineering student at Nile University, Abuja; Amir Hussain-Braimah, 16, currently in SS3 at Olumawu Senior School, Abuja; and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah, 12, a JSS2 student at Olumawu Junior Secondary School, Abuja.
Speaking on the gesture, Governor Okpebholo described it as both a moral obligation and demonstration of responsible governance, noting that Brigadier General Braimah’s death represented a profound sacrifice in the service of Nigeria.
“The Edo State government has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah.
“Brigadier General Braimah paid the ultimate price in service to this country. It is only right that we stand by the family he left behind and ensure his children have uninterrupted access to education,” the governor said.
He reaffirmed the state government’s resolve to support the children throughout their academic journey, positioning them for stable and meaningful futures.
The governor had earlier described the late officer as a symbol of discipline, courage, and patriotism.
According to the governor, the scholarship initiative aligns with the education pillar of his administration’s SHINE Agenda, which places emphasis on human capital development, social welfare, and inclusive governance.
“No child of an Edo hero should be denied the opportunity to succeed. This is about responsibility, honour, and a deliberate investment in the future,” he added.
The state government further called on other states and private sector stakeholders to emulate the initiative by providing structured support, particularly in education, to families of military personnel who die in the line of duty.
General Braimah was killed when terrorists attacked a military base in Benisheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State on April 8.
He was laid to rest with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment cemetery in Maiduguri, Borno State.