President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday assured that the killers of Dowen College, Lekki Lagos pupil, Sylvester Oromoni, will not be spared.
The 12-year-old died following an alleged assault by his senior colleagues.
In a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity Garba Shehu, the President said: “For several days now, the nation has been gripped by the news of the tragic incident at Dowen College, in Lagos with morbid details constantly emerging of how our young son, Sylvester Oromoni (Junior) met his death.
“I condemn the killing of Sylvester, one of our bright youngsters doing excellently in school, bringing joy to the family.
“If this incident is truly arising from bullying or cultism, I assure that it must act as a trigger leading to a permanent solution to this recurring problem.
“I share the anger and grief up and down the country following this incident.
“On behalf of my family and I, and the government of the federation, I convey our heartfelt condolences to the Oromoni family, the government and people of Lagos State and give the firm assurance that this incident will be thoroughly investigated and the appropriate punishment meted out to all those who are culpable.”
The President urged the Police to continue the ongoing investigation until they get to the root of the matter in order for the law to take its course, assuring that justice will be done, no matter who is involved.
