Adekunbi Ero
The three children left behind by late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, who was killed Thursday April 9, 2026, when suspected Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, fighters launched coordinated attacks on military positions in Benisheikh, Borno State, are to enjoy full scholarship all through their education.
Announcing the gesture Thursday, April 16, 2026, Governor Monday Okpebholo said the gesture was to guarantee the funding of their education from their current levels to the university.
Recall that Braimah was the Commander of 29 Task Force Brigade, Benisheikh, Kaga Local Government Area along the Maiduguri-Damaturu Highway, who was killed alongside Captain Ismail and other soldiers, when their base was attacked.
The decision underscored the administration’s commitment to honouring the sacrifices of fallen military personnel and supporting the families they left behind.
The beneficiaries are Farida Hussain-Braimah, 18, a 100-level Software Engineering student at Nile University, Abuja; Amir Hussain-Braimah, 16, currently in SS3 at Olumawu Senior School, Abuja; and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah, 12, a JSS2 student at Olumawu Junior Secondary School, Abuja.
Governor Okpebholo described the scholarship as both a moral obligation and a demonstration of responsible governance, noting that Brigadier General Braimah’s death represented a profound sacrifice in the service of Nigeria.
According to him, “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 expressed the state government’s resolve to support the children throughout their academic journey, positioning them for stable and meaningful futures.
The governor had earlier described the late officer as a symbol of discipline, courage, and patriotism.
His death occurred during ongoing security operations, and he was laid to rest with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Governor Okpebholo said the scholarship initiative aligned with the education pillar of his administration’s SHINE Agenda, which places emphasis on human capital development, social welfare, and inclusive governance.
“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.
The Edo State Government further called on other state governments and private sector stakeholders to emulate the initiative by providing structured support—particularly in education—to families of military personnel who die in the line of duty.
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