By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul
The Governor of Edo State Monday Okpebholo, has approved full educational scholarships for the children of late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, who died in active service to Nigeria.
Governor Okpebholo said the scholarship will cover the education of the three children, from their current levels through to university as part of efforts to support the family and honour the officer’s sacrifice.
The beneficiaries, aged between 12 and 18, will receive uninterrupted access to education under the initiative.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, the governor describes the gesture as a moral responsibility and a demonstration of responsive governance.
According to him, the late officer paid the ultimate price in service to the nation, emphasising that the state has a duty to stand by the family he left behind.
Governor Okpebholo also noted that the initiative aligns with his administration’s broader commitment to honouring fallen military personnel and supporting their families through structured welfare programmes.
The statement says that the scholarship scheme is part of the education component of the administration’s SHINE Agenda, which focuses on human capital development, social welfare and inclusive governance.
Brigadier General Braimah was killed during a coordinated attack by suspected insurgents along the Maiduguri–Damaturu highway in Borno State.
He was laid to rest with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery.
His death has drawn tributes from Bola Tinubu, military authorities and government officials, who described him as a dedicated and patriotic officer.
