Edo awards scholarships to Gen Braimah’s children

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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.

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

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The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Patrick Akhere, in a statement, said the gesture underscored the administration’s commitment to honouring fallen military personnel and supporting their families.

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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.

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

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

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“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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“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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