Two years after the tragic loss of her 12-year-old son, Sylvester Oromoni Jr., Mrs. Oromoni, mother of the late Dowen College student, has passed away following a prolonged illness.
In 2021, the heartbreaking death of Sylvester Jr., amid allegations of bullying at his school, left the Oromoni family devastated. Mrs. Oromoni, overwhelmed by the loss, struggled with emotional and physical health challenges ever since. Despite medical intervention and family support, she succumbed to her illness on November 25, 2024.
The news of her passing has plunged the family and their well-wishers into deep mourning, as they grapple with the compounded grief of losing both a cherished son and a devoted mother.
Heartfelt reactions have flooded social media:
• “She never recovered from the trauma. No parent deserves to go through such pain. This is so sad. Nigeria failed her family,” wrote one user.
• “The pain of losing a child with no justice is unbearable. May God grant her eternal rest,” another commented.
• “No evil should go unpunished. May her soul find peace,” a user added.
The Oromoni family’s loss has reignited conversations about justice and accountability, as many continue to call for reflection and reform to prevent such tragedies.