news 2 September 2026 Nile Post
Busoga's Babiito Clan Mourns King Oyo, Citing Shared Ancestry
The Babiito Baise Ngobi clan of Busoga Kingdom has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Tooro King Oyo, emphasizing the loss as a blow to the entire Babiito dynasty due to their common lineage. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/368552/king-oyo-busogas-babiito-baise-ngobi-clan-says-weve-lost-a-son-of-our-ancestry
The Babiito Baise Ngobi clan, a prominent lineage within Busoga Kingdom, has joined the nation in mourning the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro.
In a formal message of condolence, the clan conveyed their shock and deep sadness upon learning of the King’s demise. They articulated that the loss extends far beyond the borders of Tooro Kingdom, impacting the entire Babiito dynasty, which encompasses Bunyoro-Kitara, Tooro, and Busoga.
The clan highlighted the shared ancestry, blood, and historical ties that bind these kingdoms, stating, “We have lost a son of our ancestry and a father to the young generation.”
Eulogizing King Oyo, the Babiito Baise Ngobi clan remembered him as a leader who governed with humility and wisdom, demonstrating a profound love for his people. They noted that his reign successfully integrated cultural heritage with modern advancements, inspiring hope and pride among those who share the blood of Isingoma Rukidi Mpuga.
The clan pledged solidarity with the people of Tooro and the royal family during this difficult period. “In this dark hour, we, your brothers and sisters in Busoga, stand with you in mourning,” the message read, concluding with a traditional tribute wishing eternal peace for the departed King.