The sons of Musuuga Charles Kamurasi, head of the Babiito royal clan in Tooro, have publicly rejected the selection of Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as the new Omukama of Tooro. Yoweri Komwiswa Nyaika and other sons accuse members of the clan of ignoring the late King Oyo’s expressed wishes regarding the succession. The rejection was announced during a press conference held at Karuziika Palace in Fort Portal on Thursday afternoon. This dispute throws the future leadership of Tooro Kingdom into uncertainty, igniting potential conflict within the royal family. The sons’ statement challenges the legitimacy of Prince Kijanangoma’s claim to the throne. Further details regarding the specific wishes of the late King Oyo have not yet been released. The matter promises further debate and legal challenges as the Kingdom navigates this sensitive transition.

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