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Edo awards scholarships to Gen Braimah’s children

It has emerged that file: Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo. The Edo State Government on Thursday approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who died in active service.

By Oyebade Oluwatobiloba

2 min read 7 views Updated Aug 28, 2026
The Edo State Government on Thursday approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who died in active service.

The approval, granted by Governor Monday Okpebholo, will cover the children’s education from their current levels up to university.

The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Patrick Akhere, through an official release, noted the gesture underscored the administration’s commitment to honouring fallen military personnel and supporting their families.

The beneficiaries are 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.

Speaking on the development, Okpebholo described the gesture as a moral obligation and a reflection of responsible governance.

The statement read, “The Edo State Government has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah.

“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 reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting the children throughout their academic journey to secure stable futures.

The governor had earlier described the late officer as a symbol of discipline, courage and patriotism.

Braimah was lost their lives during an attack on multiple military positions in Benisheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, during ongoing counter-insurgency operations.

The  that the terrorists stormed the 29 Task Force Brigade of Operation Hadin Kai with heavy weapons, operating for hours and destroying several military vehicles.

Okpebholo remarked the scholarship initiative aligns with the education pillar of his administration’s SHINE Agenda, which focuses on human capital development and social welfare.

“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.

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It has emerged that file: Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo. The Edo State Government on Thursday approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who died in active service. The Edo State Government on Thursday approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who...

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  • It has emerged that file: Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo.
  • The Edo State Government on Thursday approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who died in active service.
  • The Edo State Government on Thursday approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who died in active service.The approval, granted by Governor Monday Okpebholo, will cover the children’s education from their current levels up to university.The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Patrick Akhere, through an official release, noted the gesture underscored the administration’s commitment to honouring fallen military personnel and supporting their families.The beneficiaries are 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.Speaking on the development, Okpebholo described the gesture as a moral obligation and a reflection of responsible governance.The statement read, “The Edo State Government has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah.“Brigadier General Braimah paid the ultimate price in service to this country.
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