King Oyo Nyimba, commonly known as “King Oyo of Tooro” or “King Rukidi IV,” served as the Omukama (King) of Tooro in Uganda from 1995 to 2026. Rukidi passed away from cancer on August 27, 2026, while undergoing treatment in the United States.
King Oyo Nyimba Biography
| Full Name | Rukirabasaija Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV |
| Nickname | King Oyo Nyimba |
| Profession | Omukama of Tooro |
| Date of Birth | 16 April 1992 |
| Age | 34 years old (at the time of his death in August 2026) |
| Birth Place | Uganda |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| School | Aga Khan Primary School |
| College | University of Winchester |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Business Management |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Ethnicity | Ugandan |
| Religion | Christianity |
King Oyo Nyimba Age
King Oyo Nyimba (Rukirabasaija Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV) was born on 16 April 1992 in Uganda. He was 34 years old at the time of his death, and his zodiac sign was Aries.
Relationships And More
| Marital Status | Never married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | N/A |
| Spouse/Wife | None |
| Children | None |
King Oyo Nyimba Family
| Father’s Name | Omukama Patrick David Matthew Kaboho Olimi III |
| Mother’s Name | Queen Best Kemigisa |
| Brother’s Name | Not knonw |
| Sister’s Name | Princess Ruth Nsemere Komuntale Princess Celia Komukyeya |
Career
| 1995 | Following the sudden death of his father, he was crowned as Rukidi IV of Tooro |
| 1995-2010 | Because of his toddler status, three regents took charge of running the kingdom’s |
| 2010 | On his 18th birthday, King Oyo officially took reins of power form his regents |
| August 2026 | His 31-year tenure concluded when he passed away unexpected from an illness |
King Oyo Nyimba Height And Weight
| Height (Approx) | In centimeters – 183 cm In meters – 1.83 m In feet & inches – 6’0” |
| Weight (Approx) | In kilograms – 75 kg In pounds – 166 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
King Oyo Nyimba Net Worth
| Net Worth (Approx) | Not publicly disclosed |
| Income sources | Not known |
Some Interesting Facts About King Oyo Nyimba
- King Oyo Nyimba was born and raised in Uganda to King Olimi III.
- In 1995, Rukidi IV assumed the role of king during his toddler years, after his father’s death.
- Rukidi IV became the youngest modern monarch at the age of three.
- President Yoweri Museveni attended the coronation celebrations and paid tribute to Rukidi IV.
- As a child, aside from his duties, Rukidi IV went to school and spent time with friends.
- When he returned to Uganda, he attended preschool at Aga Khan Primary School in Kampala.
- In 2010, he enrolled in a degree in business management at the University of Winchester in the UK.
- In October 2013, Rukidi IV graduated from the University of Winchester with a bachelor’s degree.
- At the time of his coronation, the regents included Queen Mother Best Kemigisa and Princess Elizabeth Bagaaya.
- King Oyo Nyimba died on 27 August 2026, while receiving treatment for cancer in the USA at age 34.
FAQ:
How old was King Oyo Nyimba?
34 years old (at the time of his death)
Who is King Oyo Nyimba’s wife?
King Oyo Nyimba never married.
What happed to King Oyo Nyimba?
King Oyo Nyimba died on 27 August 2026 from cancer at age 34.