Africa-Press – Uganda. The King of Tooro, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, has condemned the rising cases of tribalism allegedly being promoted by some political aspirants, urging them to embrace unity and focus on development.
The King made the remarks on Thursday during his royal visit to Ntara Christian Primary School playground in Kitagwenda District, part of his ongoing kingdom-wide tour aimed at promoting peace, unity, and socio-economic transformation among his subjects.
“I strongly condemn any form of tribalism being fueled by some political actors,” King Oyo said. “Tooro Kingdom is home to all, regardless of tribe or origin. Let us focus on working together for peace and development.”
The monarch reiterated that all residents living on kingdom land are part of Tooro and should not face eviction.
He encouraged them to regularize their ownership through the Tooro Kingdom Land Board to prevent disputes.
“No one should be forced off land simply because they belong to a different tribe. Everyone living in Tooro is my subject. I urge you to acquire land titles through the Kingdom Land Board to avoid conflicts,” he added.
Kitagwenda Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Isaiah Kanyamahane praised the King’s leadership, saying his message of unity and poverty eradication complements the government’s development agenda.
“His Majesty’s vision of empowering the youth and eradicating poverty perfectly aligns with the NRM government’s objectives. We appreciate his guidance and leadership,” Kanyamahane said.
He also appealed to the King to continue mobilizing his subjects in support of President Yoweri Museveni ahead of the forthcoming January elections.
Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong Rwomire hailed the King for championing peaceful co-existence among different tribes in Tooro.
“We are grateful to His Majesty for uniting the people of Tooro. I particularly commend the Bakiga community for their harmonious living and contribution to the Kingdom’s progress,” Rwomire noted.
He thanked the people of Kitagwenda for supporting kingdom programs such as the Empaango celebrations and the Masaza Cup, and appealed for royal intervention to address poor road infrastructure in the district.
“Our biggest challenge in Kitagwenda remains poor road conditions, which hinder service delivery and development. We humbly ask for the King’s support to address this,” he said.
Thousands of subjects turned up to welcome the King during the visit, which forms part of the Royal Development Tour launched on October 6 in Kyaka County.
The tour seeks to strengthen the bond between the monarch and his subjects, monitor ongoing development initiatives, and inspire youth participation in productive ventures under the kingdom’s vision of prosperity and self-reliance.
The royal tour is scheduled to conclude tomorrow, October 17, with a final stop in Kamwenge District.
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