Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has approved full educational scholarships for the three children of the late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, who died while on active military duty.

The Edo State Government said the scholarship will cover the children’s education from their current levels through university, as part of efforts to support the bereaved family and honour the officer’s sacrifice. The beneficiaries are between the ages of 12 and 18.

In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Patrick Ebojele, the governor described the gesture as both a moral responsibility and a reflection of accountable governance.

“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 statement quoted the governor as saying.

Okpebholo noted that the officer’s death represented a significant sacrifice in the line of duty and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting his family. He added that the initiative aligns with the administration’s broader policy of recognising fallen military personnel and ensuring their families are not neglected.

“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.

The governor further stated that the scholarship programme is consistent with the education component of his administration’s SHINE Agenda, which emphasises human capital development, social welfare, and inclusive governance.

The Edo State Government also urged other state governments and private sector stakeholders to adopt similar measures by providing structured support, particularly in education, for families of military personnel who die in active service.

Brigadier General Braimah, an indigene of Edo State, was killed during military operations in Borno State. He was among personnel who lost their lives on April 9 following coordinated attacks by suspected insurgents on military formations in Benisheikh, along the Maiduguri–Damaturu highway.

He was laid to rest with full military honours at the Maimalari Cantonment Cemetery in Maiduguri.

His death has attracted tributes from President Bola Tinubu, military authorities, and other government officials, who described him as a dedicated officer committed to national security and peacekeeping efforts.