Gov Okpebholo Grants Full Scholarships To Children Of Slain Brigadier General Braimah

By Tgnews Reporter

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved comprehensive educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, who was killed in active service while fighting insurgents in Borno State.

The scholarships will cover the children — aged between 12 and 18 — from their current educational levels through to university, providing uninterrupted access to quality education as a mark of honour for their father’s supreme sacrifice.

The Edo State Government described the gesture as both a moral duty and a demonstration of responsible leadership towards families of fallen heroes who hail from the state.

“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,” Governor Okpebholo said in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Patrick Ebojele, on Thursday.

The governor noted that the late officer’s death represented a profound sacrifice in the line of duty, adding that the state would remain committed to supporting his family.

He further emphasised that the initiative aligns with the education pillar of his administration’s SHINE Agenda, which focuses 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,” Okpebholo added.

Governor Okpebholo said the scholarship initiative is part of a broader commitment by his administration to honour fallen military personnel and ensure their families are adequately supported.

The Edo State Government also called on other state governments and the private sector to emulate this gesture by instituting structured support systems — particularly in education — for families of military officers who lose their lives in the line of duty.

Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, an indigene of Edo State, was killed on April 9, 2026, during coordinated attacks by suspected Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters on military formations in Benisheikh, along the Maiduguri–Damaturu highway.

He was among eight soldiers laid to rest with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri.

The gallant officer has been described as a symbol of discipline, courage, and patriotism. His death attracted tributes from President Bola Tinubu, top military authorities, and government officials, who lauded his dedication to national security.