Edo Grants Full Scholarship To Children Of Late Army Brigadier-General Braimah

By Ayodele Oni 

As a mark of support for bereaved family, Edo State Government has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who died in active service to the nation.

The gesture is seen as a move that underscores growing sub national support for families of fallen military personnel.

Brigadier-General Braimah, who hailed from Edo State, was killed by terrorists in Borno state while leading military personnel to curtail banditry in the northern region.

The approval, granted by Governor Monday Okpebholo, ensures that the beneficiaries will receive uninterrupted funding for their education from their current academic levels through to university.

The beneficiaries include Farida Hussain-Braimah, an 18-year-old 100-level Software Engineering student at Nile University, Abuja; Amir Hussain-Braimah, 16, currently in Senior Secondary School 3 at Olumawu Senior School, Abuja; and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah, 12, a Junior Secondary School 2 pupil at Olumawu Junior Secondary School, Abuja.

Speaking on the initiative, Okpebholo described the decision as both a moral obligation and a reflection of responsible governance, noting that the late officer’s death represents a significant sacrifice in service to Nigeria.

“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,” the governor said.

He added that the State Government remains committed to supporting the children throughout their academic journey, positioning them for long-term stability and productivity.

Braimah, who was described by the Governor as a symbol of discipline, courage, and patriotism, died during ongoing security operations and was buried with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri, Borno State.