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Late 12-year-old Sylvester Oromoni Jr., the student of Dowen College Lagos who died under controversial circumstances on November 30, 2021, has finally been laid to rest in Ogbe Ijoh, the headquarters of Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State. His father, Sylvester Oromoni Senor, insists his son was murdered and vows not to rest until justice is served.
At the burial, human rights activist and lawyer Femi Falana emphasized that the fight for justice is not only for late Sylvester but for every student in the country. The tragic incident has sparked nationwide concern over the safety and welfare of students in Nigerian schools.
Today marks exactly two years, one month, and 27 days since Sylvester Oromoni Jr. passed away after falling ill at Dowen College in Lagos. During this period, the parents and the school have been embroiled in a legal battle over the actual cause of his death, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in educational institutions.
On April 12, the Magistrate court is set to rule on the coroner inquest result into the death of the 12-year-old Junior Secondary School student of Dowen College Lagos. The ruling is eagerly awaited by the family, the school, and the broader community, as it may shed light on the circumstances surrounding Sylvester’s untimely demise.
The tragic loss of Sylvester Oromoni Jr. has prompted soul-searching conversations about student safety and well-being in schools across the nation. It has brought to the forefront the need for stricter regulations and oversight to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
As the family mourns the loss of their beloved son, the quest for justice continues. The memory of Sylvester Oromoni Jr. lives on, fueling the determination to ensure that similar tragedies are prevented and that those responsible for wrongdoing are held accountable before the law.
