The Tooro Kingdom entered an official state of mourning on Wednesday following the announcement that Omukama Oyo Nyimba Iguru, the kingdom’s beloved monarch, has died. The royal palace released a brief statement confirming the king’s passing and urging citizens to respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time. Across the kingdom, schools and government offices have been closed, and traditional drums of mourning have begun to sound in the capital, Fort Portal. Tributes have poured in from neighboring kingdoms, political leaders, and international dignitaries, all lauding the late king’s commitment to cultural heritage and community development.

