King Oyo: Busoga's Babiito Baise Ngobi Clan Says ‘We've Lost a Son of Our Ancestry’

What the report says

The Babiito Baise Ngobi clan of Busoga Kingdom has issued a condolence message following the death of Tooro King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, saying the loss extends beyond Tooro to the wider Babiito dynasty that traces shared ancestry across Bunyoro-Kitara, Tooro, Busoga and Uganda. The message, dated September 1, 2026 and signed by Omubiito Kyeyago Ismail on behalf of the clan head of Obwakyabazinga Bwa Busoga, said the clan received the news with shock and deep sorrow.

According to the clan, King Oyo’s passing is a family and cultural loss because of the historical ties linking the royal lineages. The statement described him as a leader who served with humility and wisdom, and said his reign helped bridge tradition and modernity while inspiring pride among those who share the Babiito lineage. The clan also referred to him as a father figure to younger generations.

The Busoga clan expressed solidarity with the people of Tooro and the royal family during the mourning period, offering prayers for strength and peace. The message ended with a traditional tribute asking that King Oyo rest in eternal peace. The publication did not provide additional details about the circumstances of his death, which are not included in the supplied text.