The Tooro Kingdom entered a period of official mourning on Wednesday following the announcement that Omukama Oyo Nyimba Iguru, the beloved king, had passed away. The royal palace released a statement confirming the monarch’s death and detailing the upcoming funeral rites, which will follow traditional customs spanning several days. Citizens gathered at the palace gates, laying flowers and lighting candles in tribute. The Omukama’s eldest son, Prince Rukidi, is expected to assume the throne after a brief interregnum, as elders and council members convene to ensure a smooth transition. The kingdom’s cultural council urged the public to respect the mourning period and refrain from non‑essential activities.
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