Mother Of Late Dowen College Student-bullying Victim, Sylvester Oromoni Jr, Dies

Mrs. Rosemary Oromoni, the mother of Sylvester Oromoni, the 12-year-old Dowen College student who tragically passed away in 2021 following alleged bullying, has reportedly died after a prolonged illness.

Mrs. Oromoni, deeply affected by the loss of her youngest child, is said to have suffered immense heartbreak and trauma. Two years after Sylvester’s death, it is believed that the emotional toll led to severe health complications, ultimately contributing to her passing.

Sylvester Oromoni, Jr. was allegedly bullied by senior students at the Lagos-based school, which led to his untimely death. The family’s relentless pursuit of justice for him has kept their heartbreaking story in the public eye. However, Mrs. Oromoni’s sudden death has left the family in profound shock.

A family source confirmed her passing on Sunday, noting that Mrs. Oromoni had carried the unbearable weight of grief for over two years. Her health reportedly deteriorated as a result of the trauma, and she died on Monday, November 25, 2024.

Despite receiving medical attention and the steadfast support of her family, Mrs. Oromoni struggled to recover. Her sorrow was all-consuming, with reports of her inability to eat, sleep, or carry out daily activities. As time went on, her condition worsened, and it became clear that the pain from her son’s death and the ongoing fight for justice had drained her will to live.

Her death has sparked widespread grief and sympathy, with many attributing it to the profound emotional toll she endured. The Oromoni family now faces the immense challenge of mourning not only the loss of their young son but also the untimely death of a devoted mother, whose life was tragically cut short by grief.

The passing of Mrs. Oromoni has once again brought attention to the need for justice for Sylvester Jr. as supporters rally around the family. Many view Mrs. Oromoni’s death as a stark reminder of the devastating effects of unresolved grief and the urgent need to address the systemic issues that contribute to such tragedies.

As the Oromoni family continues their quest for justice, the memory of both mother and son stands as a sobering testament to the far-reaching consequences of injustice, the family source remarked.