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Mother of Late Dowen College Student, Sylvester Oromoni, Dies

Rosemary Oromoni, the mother of the late Sylvester Oromoni, a former student of Dowen College in Lagos who tragically passed away in 2021 due to bullying, has also passed away.

According to a family member who preferred to remain anonymous, Rosemary succumbed to a prolonged illness on Monday, November 25.

The relative disclosed that Rosemary had been deeply devastated by the loss of her youngest child, enduring immense heartbreak and trauma.

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Two years after her son’s untimely death, the emotional strain of her grief ultimately took a toll on her health, leading to her passing.

The family member said, “For over two years, Mrs. Oromoni endured an overwhelming burden of grief.”

The relative also stated that the emotional impact of losing her son took a severe toll on her health, and she is said to have passed away on Monday, November 25.

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Adding that, “Despite medical care and the unwavering support of her family, she struggled to recover.

“Her sorrow was described as all-consuming, with many observing her inability to eat, sleep or resume daily life.

“As time passed, her health deteriorated further.

“Friends and family revealed that Mrs. Oromoni had lost the will to live, with the pain of her son’s death and the ongoing quest for justice taking a devastating toll.

“Her condition worsened until she succumbed to complications on Monday, 25th November 2024.

“Her passing has been met with an outpouring of sorrow and sympathy, with many linking her untimely demise to the unrelenting grief she carried.

“The Oromoni family now faces the daunting task of mourning not only their young son but also a devoted mother whose life was cut short by the weight of her anguishThe death of Mrs. Oromoni has reignited public calls for justice for Sylvester Jnr., as supporters rally around the family in their time of need.

“Many see Mrs. Oromoni as a poignant symbol of the devastating impact of unresolved grief and the urgent need to address systemic failings that allow such tragedies to occur.

“As the Oromoni family continues their quest for justice, the memory of both mother and son now stands as a sobering reminder of the profound cost of injustice.” #Sylvester

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