Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved full educational scholarships for children of late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who was recently killed by Boko Haram insurgents.
Late Braimah was Commander, 29 Task Force Brigade, which was attacked at a military base in Benisheikh, Borno State.
The scholarship would fund the children’s education from their current levels through to university.
Chief Press Secretary to Governor Okpebholo, Patrick Ebojele, in a statement, said the decision underscored the administration’s commitment to honouring the sacrifice of fallen military personnel and supporting families they left behind.
The statement listed beneficiaries to include Farida Hussain-Braimah, a 100-level Software Engineering student at Nile University, Abuja; Amir Hussain-Braimah, currently in SS3 at the Olumawu Senior School, Abuja; and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah, a JSS2 pupil at Olumawu Junior Secondary School, Abuja.
It said Governor Okpebholo described his action as both a moral obligation and a demonstration of responsible governance.
The statement said Brigadier General Braimah’s death represented a profound sacrifice in the service of the countey.
It quoted Governor Okpebholo as saying, “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.
“We will support the children throughout their academic journey, positioning them for stable and meaningful futures.
The scholarship initiative aligns with the education pillar of my 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.
