‘Every child is valued’: Dowen College backs probe of Sylvester Oromoni ‘s death

The Board and Management of Dowen College in Lagos, have backed the investigation into the death of one of their students, Sylvester Oromoni, saying they value every child.

In a statement issued on Saturday, the school said it is assisting the authorities to get to the bottom of this heart-breaking incident.

Dowen College equally expressed sadness over the death of Oromoni Jnr, describing him as a beacon of light for the school.

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“Our deepest sympathies go out to the family of one of our beloved students, Sylvester Oromoni Jr. He was dearly loved by his teachers; fellow students and he was a beacon of light for the school.

“The tragic unfortunate incident, which transpired this past November, and Sylvester’s untimely death requires thorough and proper investigation. Dowen College is fully committed to this. We are assisting the authorities to get to the bottom of this heart-breaking incident. The first step taken by the school, in conjunction with the Ministry of Education, has been the immediate closure of the school to aid the investigation.

“Understandably, at this time of intense grief and suffering, emotions are raw and tensions are high. We pray that God, who alone knows how to comfort the sorrowing, will comfort Sylvester’s family and all those who loved and knew him.

“We commiserate with the Oromoni family and the students of Dowen College who have lost a friend and fellow student. This is a traumatic experience. We assure our parents that the school is taking steps to ensure the safety and security of their children and wards. This is paramount. Every child is valued at Dowen College and their health and well-being is of utmost priority to the school.”

Dowen College’s comment comes days after the Lagos State Government ordered the indefinite closure of the college, pending the outcome of a probe into the incident.

Subsequently, the state Commissioner of Police said the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCID), Panti, has been directed to take over the case from the Maroko division.