Edo State Governor Awards Full Scholarships to Children of Slain Army General
The Edo State Government, under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo, has announced the award of full educational scholarships to the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah. This significant gesture aims to support the family of the fallen military officer, who was killed during a terror attack in Borno State.
Details of the Scholarship Initiative
According to a statement issued by the governor's Chief Press Secretary, Patrick Akhere, on Thursday, April 16, 2026, the scholarships will fund the education of the beneficiaries from their current academic levels up to university. The beneficiaries include Farida Hussain-Braimah, an 18-year-old 100-level Software Engineering student at Nile University in Abuja; Amir Hussain-Braimah, a 16-year-old SS3 student at Olumawu Senior School in Abuja; and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah, a 12-year-old JSS2 pupil at Olumawu Junior Secondary School in Abuja.
Governor Okpebholo emphasized that this initiative is a moral obligation and a reflection of responsible governance, intended to honour the sacrifice of military personnel and ensure their children have uninterrupted access to education. He stated that the state government is committed to supporting these children throughout their academic journeys to help secure stable futures for them.
Background on Brigadier-General Oseni Braimah
Brigadier-General Oseni Braimah was a respected officer in the Nigerian Army with over two decades of distinguished service. He was tragically killed on April 9, 2026, during coordinated attacks by suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters in Benisheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack also resulted in the deaths of 17 other soldiers. General Braimah was buried with full military honours at Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery, attended by Governor Babagana Zulum, Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa, and other senior officers.
This scholarship award underscores the Edo State Government's dedication to supporting military families and recognizing the sacrifices made by personnel in the line of duty. It aligns with broader efforts to provide educational opportunities and foster a sense of community responsibility in Nigeria.
