Family, friends mourn as late Lagos pupil Sylvester Oromoni’s mother dies

The mother of late Sylvester Oromoni, Mrs. Rosemary Oromoni, has reportedly passed away on November 25, 2024.

Mrs. Oromoni’s death comes just three years after the tragic loss of her son, Sylvester Oromoni Jr., who died in November 2021 after allegedly being bullied at Dowen College in Lagos.

The sad news was confirmed by a series of posts and condolences shared by the family and their close associates.

The Executive Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Jaro Egbo, visited Mr. Oromoni Snr., who is also a chairman of the Warri South West Local Government Council, on November 28 to offer condolences to the family.

In pictures from the condolence visit shared on Facebook by the Ughelli North Local Government Council, Egbo was said to have described Mrs. Oromoni’s sudden death as shocking and painful, stating that she passed away at the time when her presence will be needed most by the husband.

Family, Friends Mourn As Late Lagos Pupil Sylvester Oromoni’s Mother Dies Family, Friends Mourn As Late Lagos Pupil Sylvester Oromoni’s Mother Dies

The caption partly read, “Mrs. Oromoni’s passing has left a void in the lives of those who knew her.
“On behalf of my immediate family and the good people of Ughelli North Local Government Area, I expressed my heartfelt condolences to my dear brother, friend, and great colleague on the passing of his beloved wife, Mrs. Rosemary Oromoni.”

Family, Friends Mourn As Late Lagos Pupil Sylvester Oromoni’s Mother Dies Family, Friends Mourn As Late Lagos Pupil Sylvester Oromoni’s Mother Dies

One of the late Sylvester’s sisters, Amanda, identified on Instagram as amandaoromoni, also marked the family’s loss with a symbolic post that appeared to reflect the family’s grief and the dates of the losses.

On her Instagram profile, Amanda wrote, “30-11-21🕊🩸 25-11-24🕊️🩸,” marking the anniversary of her brother, Sylvester’s death and the date of her mother’s passing, respectively.

Additionally, Blessing, another sister of the late Sylvester, identified as b_anuta247, also shared a post on her Instagram story on Tuesday containing a prayer for those who are grieving.

The post partly read, “Dear God, we pray for those who are grieving today; please wrap your loving arms around them and bring them comfort in their sorrow.”
Nigerians on social media have also been expressing their condolences and sharing messages of sympathy for the loss of Mrs. Oromoni, with some reflecting on the journey the family has endured since the tragic death of Sylvester Oromoni Jr. in 2021.

#Imoleishere wrote on X.com on Tuesday, “I think her son’s death played a part in her death. May her soul rest in peace.”

#MARTINSJOSEPH1 wrote, “This is sad mehn, may God rest her soul.”

#obisam20 also wrote on X.com, “Very sad. The love of a mother is so strong. She couldn’t get over the shock of the demise of her son. May her soul rest in peace.”

The Oromoni family has been at the centre of public attention since the tragic death of Sylvester Jr. in 2021, which ignited widespread outrage.

Photo Credit: Facebook| Ughelli North Local Government council, Instagram| b_anuta247, amandaoromoni