Tooro Kingdom Confirms King Oyo Is Alive, Currently in Critical Condition

The Tooro Kingdom has issued an official statement addressing the health of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Rukidi IV, confirming he remains alive after reports circulated claiming otherwise. The statement, released through the Prime Minister’s Office, says the King is currently in critical condition.

It asks the people of Tooro and the wider public to stay calm and keep him in their prayers during this difficult period. The communication directly addresses earlier claims that the Omukama had passed away, clarifying that those reports were false. He is alive, the Kingdom says, but his condition remains serious.

The full statement reads: “OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION. From the Prime Minister’s Office. To all the people of Tooro and the public, this is to inform you that King Oyo is currently in a critical condition. At this difficult time, we humbly ask the people of Tooro and our friends to keep His Majesty in your prayers.”

News of the King’s condition spread quickly, prompting concern across the region and beyond. The Kingdom’s decision to speak publicly appears aimed at cutting off further speculation and giving people accurate information directly from the Prime Minister’s Office rather than through secondhand reports.

For now, details remain limited. The statement does not specify what has caused the critical condition or offer a timeline for further updates. The Kingdom’s appeal for prayers suggests the situation is being taken seriously at the highest levels, and more information may follow as the King’s condition develops.

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People across Tooro and beyond are being asked to hold onto hope and continue offering their support during what the Kingdom has described as a difficult time for the region.