In a dramatic turn of events, Dowen College and its implicated students have been absolved of complicity in the tragic death of 12-year-old Sylvester Oromoni. The long-awaited verdict was delivered by Coroner Mikhail Kadiri on Monday, following an extensive two-year inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Oromoni's untimely demise.
The courtroom, packed with anxious onlookers, listened intently as Kadiri pronounced the verdict, bringing an end to months of speculation and heated debate. The magistrate court sitting in the Ogba area of Lagos became the stage for this pivotal moment in the ongoing saga that has gripped the nation.
After six hours of meticulous examination of evidence and testimonies, Kadiri's ruling attributed Oromoni's death to sepsis originating from infections in the lungs and kidneys, ultimately caused by an ankle injury. The revelation shed new light on the tragic sequence of events that led to the loss of a promising young life.
However, perhaps the most startling aspect of Kadiri's judgment was its indictment of parental and medical negligence as the primary factors contributing to Oromoni's demise. This unexpected twist in the case has reignited public scrutiny and raised troubling questions about accountability and responsibility.
The verdict has sent shockwaves through the Dowen College community, which has been under intense scrutiny since Oromoni's passing. While the exoneration brings a sense of relief to the accused students and their families, it also underscores the need for greater vigilance and oversight in ensuring the safety and well-being of students within educational institutions.
