The Kingdom of Tooro, through its Prime Minister (Omuhikirwa) Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki, has officially announced the passing of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the Omukama of Tooro, at approximately 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, 27 August 2026.

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.

This is an immeasurable loss to the Royal Family, the people of Tooro and the nation…

— Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki (@toorokingdompm) August 27, 2026

The confirmation came hours after the Tooro Kingdom announced that its 34-year-old King Oyo was in critical condition, following earlier unconfirmed reports of his death.

His passing has brought to an end a nearly 31-year reign that began when he was just three (3) years old.

Born on 16 April 1992 in Fort Portal, Uganda, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV ascended the Tooro throne in 1995 following the death of his father, Omukama Patrick David Matthew Kaboyo Olimi III. He initially reigned under the guidance of regents and elders before being formally crowned as King Oyo in 2010, when he turned 18.

Nymy Net joins the Tooro Kingdom, its royal family, and the general public in mourning the passing of His Majesty King Oyo. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May his soul rest in peace.