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Breaking: King Oyo of Tooro Kingdom Dies at 34

From AllAfrica Uganda · () English

Translated from English and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • The Tooro Kingdom confirmed the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV at age 34, following earlier denials of social media rumors.
  • Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire announced the death, calling it an "immeasurable loss" and urging unity during mourning.
  • The kingdom's monarchy will continue, with a prince identified as the heir whose identity will be revealed later.

The Tooro Kingdom has officially announced the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who passed away at the age of 34. This confirmation came late Thursday night, hours after the palace had actively refuted social media reports suggesting his demise and stated that the monarch was in critical condition.

In a statement released shortly after 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire announced the king's passing. "It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I announce the passing of His Majesty the Omukama of Tooro, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, at approximately 10:00 p.m. this evening," Rwomiire stated. He described the event as an "immeasurable loss" to the Royal Family, the people of Tooro, and Uganda.

The day was marked by uncertainty, with initial reports of the King's death circulating on social media. Prime Minister Rwomiire had earlier issued a communication dismissing these reports, confirming the King was alive but in critical condition, and urged the public to disregard speculation while praying for him. However, the subsequent official statement confirmed the tragic news.

It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I announce the passing of His Majesty the Omukama of Tooro, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, at approximately 10:00 p.m. this evening.

— Calvin Armstrong RwomiireTooro Kingdom Prime Minister, announcing the death of King Oyo.

Rwomiire called for unity, calmness, and prayer among the people of Tooro during the mourning period. He also assured the continuity of the Tooro Kingdom's monarchy, revealing that King Oyo leaves behind a prince who will serve as his heir. The heir's identity will be formally announced at a later date, in accordance with the kingdom's traditions and customs.

King Oyo ascended to the throne in 1995 as a three-year-old following his father's death. His reign lasted over three decades. The announcement of his death occurred as the kingdom was preparing for events to commemorate his coronation anniversary. The Tooro Kingdom headquarters in Fort Portal were reportedly closed to the public earlier on Thursday, with security guards citing preparations for the anniversary.

His Majesty leaves behind a Prince as his heir, whose identity will be formally revealed at the appropriate time, in accordance with the traditions and customs of Tooro Kingdom.

— Calvin Armstrong RwomiireTooro Kingdom Prime Minister, confirming the succession plan.
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Originally published by AllAfrica Uganda in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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