King Oyo’s Legacy and Tooro’s New Dawn | Uganda News

Uganda News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 10, 2026 · 1m

King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru, the youthful yet wise 34-year-old monarch of Tooro, has died, leaving a nation in mourning. Known for launching the King Oyo Model Farm to modernize agriculture, his reign was marked by vision and vigor — even as he dreamed of becoming a soldier. His passing on August 27, 2026, was announced solemnly by Babiito clan leaders at Karuziika Palace, triggering a cultural transition steeped in tradition. Prince Edward Kijanangoma has now been elected as the new King, ushering in a new era as the kingdom turns to him for leadership and continuity of his legacy. Listen…