By Mattew Samson
BENIN CITY — Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who was killed by insurgents in Borno State while on active duty.
The officer, a native of Warake in Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State, was laid to rest on Wednesday after making what the governor described as the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation.
In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Dr. Patrick Ebojele, the governor said the scholarships would cover the children’s education from their current levels through university.
The beneficiaries include Farida Hussain-Braimah, 18, a 100-level Software Engineering student at Nile University, Abuja; Amir Hussain-Braimah, 16, an SS3 student at Olumawu Senior School, Abuja; and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah, 12, a JSS2 pupil at Olumawu Junior Secondary School, Abuja.
Governor Okpebholo described the gesture as both a moral duty and a reflection of responsible governance, noting that the late officer’s death underscored the depth of sacrifice made by members of the armed forces.
“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,” he said.
He further hailed the deceased as a symbol of discipline, courage and patriotism.
The governor explained that the initiative aligns with the education component of his administration’s SHINE Agenda, which prioritises 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 Edo State Government also urged other state governments and private sector stakeholders to adopt similar measures by providing structured support particularly in education to families of military personnel who die in the line of duty.
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