Rosemary Oromoni, the mother of Sylvester Oromoni, a former Dowen College student who tragically died in 2021 due to alleged bullying, has passed away.
It was gathered that Rosemary Oromoni succumbed to a prolonged illness on Monday, November 25, 2024.
A family member, speaking anonymously, revealed that her health had deteriorated significantly over the past two years, largely due to the emotional toll of losing her youngest child, Sylvester Oromoni.
The relative explained that Rosemary was deeply affected by her son’s death, describing her grief as overwhelming.
“For over two years, Mrs. Oromoni endured an overwhelming burden of grief,” the family member said.
Despite medical care and the unwavering support of loved ones, she struggled to recover emotionally or physically.
Friends and family noted that the loss of her son left her unable to eat, sleep, or resume her normal life. As time went on, her health worsened until she ultimately succumbed to complications.
Those close to the family believe her death was deeply tied to the grief and trauma she endured, compounded by the unresolved quest for justice in her son’s case.
A report was quoted as saying, “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.”
The Oromoni family now faces the heartbreak of mourning not only their young son but also a beloved wife and mother.
KanyiDaily recalls that in January 2024, 12-year-old Sylvester Oromoni was laid to rest in Warri, Delta State, after two years of seeking justice