Sylvester Oromoni: Family Releases Burial Plans for Mother of Deceased Dowen College Student

• The burial plans for the mother of late Dowen College student, Sylvester Oromoni, have been announced by the family
• The woman died in November 2024, 3 years after her son’s controversial death, allegedly caused by bullying and the intake of a toxic substance
• Her family has finally announced plans for the burial of the boy's mother, who died from a blood pressure-related illness

The family has released the burial plans for Mrs Rosemary Oromoni, the mother of Sylvester Oromoni, who died in 2021 under controversial circumstances at Dowen College.

Mrs Rosemary died 3 years after her 12-year-old son died after allegedly being bullied and given a toxic substance.

A family source revealed that Rosemary succumbed to complications from a blood pressure-related illness in late November 2024.

It was reported that her death came seven months after a Lagos court ruled against the family's claims.

Funeral plans for Sylvester Oromoni's mother

According to a copy of the obituary that surfaced online, Mrs Rosemary died at 57 and her burial arrangement spanned from August 7 -9, 2025.

A night of tribute would be held in her honour on August 7, 2025, at her family compound in Kumagbe Estate, Warri.

She would be buried on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in her hometown in Warri South, Delta State. After the burial, a reception would follow at her family compound, marking the end of the funeral rites.

Background of Sylvester's case

Sylvester Oromoni, a 12-year-old student, died on November 30, 2021, with his parents alleging he was bullied and administered a toxic substance by five of his peers.

Dowen College refuted the allegations, asserting Sylvester’s injuries were from a football game.

An initial autopsy suggested “acute lung injury due to chemical intoxication,” but its credibility was later questioned.

The Lagos Department of Public Prosecution (DPP) conducted a second autopsy, ruling that Sylvester died “naturally.”

Court verdict and family’s response

The coroner’s court, led by Judge Mikhail Kadiri, determined that Sylvester’s death was due to “sepsis from an infection of the lungs and kidney caused by an ankle injury,” and attributed it to “parental and medical negligence,” exonerating Dowen College.

The verdict found no evidence of bullying or chemical poisoning. However, the Oromoni family and their legal team criticised the ruling, claiming key evidence was overlooked.

During the investigation, several witnesses, including Dowen staff, students, and the Oromoni parents, testified, The Cable reported.

The five teenage boys accused were released in 2022 after being cleared, and staff members initially charged with “negligent acts causing harm” were also exonerated.

Family buries Sylvester Oromoni after 2 years

Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Sylvester Oromoni was buried 2 years after his demise on January 27, 2024.

His final rites were conducted at Ogbe-Ijaw Warri Kingdom, Delta state, amid tears and national coverage.

The family had delayed his burial while fighting for justice over the death of the promising young lad.

Source: Legit.ng