Edo government grants scholarships to late general’s children
The 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. The initiative was granted by Governor Monday Okpebholo and will support the children from their current educational levels through university. According to the Chief Press Secretary, Patrick Akhere, this move reflects the administration’s commitment to honouring fallen military personnel and supporting their families. The beneficiaries include Farida Hussain-Braimah, Amir Hussain-Braimah, and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah.
What we know
- Governor Monday Okpebholo approved scholarships covering the full education of the late Brigadier-General Oseni Omoh Braimah’s three children.
- The beneficiaries are Farida Hussain-Braimah (100-level Software Engineering student), Amir Hussain-Braimah (SS3 student), and Yasmeen Hussain-Braimah (JSS2 pupil).
- The gesture is described as a moral obligation and a reflection of responsible governance by Okpebholo.
- The late Brigadier-General Braimah was killed during an attack on military positions in Benisheikh, Borno State.
- The scholarship aligns with the education pillar of the administration’s SHINE Agenda, focusing on human capital development and social welfare.
