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Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom Premier eulogises King Oyo
In his eulogy, Byakutaga said that throughout his reign, he became a pillar of the Tooro Kingdom, with an influence that extended beyond the borders of the kingdom and Uganda.
Casket of the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV laying during the funeral service starts at St. John’s Cathedral in Fort Portal. (File)
By: Wilson Asiimwe, Journalist @New Vision
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FORT PORTAL — Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom Prime Minister Andrew Byakutaga has commended the Queen Mother, Best Kemigisa, for the good upbringing of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV and for teaching him the value of hard work.
In his eulogy, Byakutaga said that throughout his reign, he became a pillar of the Tooro Kingdom, with an influence that extended beyond the borders of the kingdom and Uganda.
He described Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV as a peacemaker, unifier, cultural and tourism ambassador, and a leader committed to the well-being and development of his people.
Byakutaga on Friday, September 11, led the Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom delegation to Fort Fortal for the vigil of the late King Oyo, who died on August 27 aged 34.
Addressing mourners at Karuziika Palace, he recalled that the late King maintained a strong relationship with his caretaker, Omukama Dr Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I, and regularly visited him in Hoima.
He further highlighted the late King Oyo's commitment to transforming the lives of his people through initiatives in agriculture, information and communication technology (ICT), skilling, education, culture and tourism.
Addressing mourners at Karuziika Palace, he recalled that the late King maintained a strong relationship with his caretaker, Omukama Dr Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I, and regularly visited him in Hoima.
He further highlighted the late King Oyo's commitment to transforming the lives of his people through initiatives in agriculture, information and communication technology (ICT), skilling, education, culture and tourism.
Byakutaga called upon the people of Tooro to remain united, peaceful and loving during the difficult period of mourning, as the kingdom grieves the loss of a cherished and respected King.
As a gesture of solidarity and support, Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom also delivered nine (9) cows as their contribution to the funeral of King Oyo.
Palace sources explained that the gesture underscores the enduring brotherhood, cultural ties and solidarity between the two great kingdoms of Bunyoro-Kitara and Tooro.
Crowned as King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV on September 12, 1995, Oyo, aged 34, was buried on Saturday, September 12, 2026 (4:50pm) at Karambi Royal Tombs in Fort Portal.
Located about six kilometres along the Fort Portal–Kasese highway, the Karambi Royal Tombs are the sacred burial grounds for monarchs and royals of the Tooro Kingdom.
As a gesture of solidarity and support, Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom also delivered nine (9) cows as their contribution to the funeral of King Oyo.
Palace sources explained that the gesture underscores the enduring brotherhood, cultural ties and solidarity between the two great kingdoms of Bunyoro-Kitara and Tooro.
Crowned as King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV on September 12, 1995, Oyo, aged 34, was buried on Saturday, September 12, 2026 (4:50pm) at Karambi Royal Tombs in Fort Portal.
Located about six kilometres along the Fort Portal–Kasese highway, the Karambi Royal Tombs are the sacred burial grounds for monarchs and royals of the Tooro Kingdom.