Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brig.-Gen. Oseni Braimah.
The approval was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday in Benin by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Dr Patrick Ebojele.
Abujapress recalls that Brig.-Gen. Braimah, an indigene of Warake in Owan East Local Government Area, served as Commander of the 29 Joint Task Force Brigade.
He was killed alongside other soldiers on April 9 during a terrorist attack on a military formation in Benisheikh, Borno State.
According to Okpebholo, the scholarship package will cover the children’s education from their current level through to university.
He explained that the gesture reflects his administration’s commitment to recognising the sacrifices of fallen military personnel and providing support to their families.
“Brig.-Gen. 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 said.
The governor further noted that the initiative is aimed at ensuring the children are supported throughout their academic journey and given the opportunity to build a stable future.
“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 said.
Okpebholo also called on other state governments and relevant stakeholders to adopt similar measures by offering structured support, particularly in education, to families of military personnel who died in active service.
The statement identified the beneficiaries as Farida (18), Amir (16), and Yasmeen (12), children of the late officer.
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