Oyo of Tooro: Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown

Uganda's Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukiidi IV, king of the Tooro. PHOTO | CREDIT

Although apolitical, the kingdoms of Uganda are never far from controversy arising from their relationship with the central government or how they manage their internal affairs.

In Tooro Kingdom, 300km west of the capital Kampala, this has been a matter of concern and interest to the public and royalty watchers since the restoration of the kingdoms 24 years ago.