WORLD’S YOUNGEST REIGNING MONARCH , KING OYO, DIES AT 34.(PHOTO).
World’s Youngest Reigning Monarch , King Oyo, Dies at 34 King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the traditional ruler of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom who became the world’s youngest reigning monarch after ascending the throne at three, has died at the age of 34. The monarch reportedly died on Thursday, with the Prime Minister of the Tooro Kingdom, Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki, announcing his death on Friday. The cause of death was not immediately disclosed. However, Ugandan media reports quoted a government minister as saying that King Oyo had been critically ill and was receiving medical treatment in the United States. Reacting to the development, Akiiki described the monarch’s death as a major loss to the royal family and the people of Tooro. He urged members of the kingdom to remain united and calm while mourning the traditional ruler. King Oyo ascended the Tooro throne in 1995 following the death of his father, King Patrick Matthew Kaboyo Rukidi III. He was only three years ol...
Senate President,Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki,today sunday expressed sadness over the demise of a former Chief Judge of Delta State,Justice James Omo-Agege and described him as a reputable jurist whose seminal judgements would continue to serve as precedents in the legal profession.Saraki in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity,Yusuph Olaniyonu,in Abuja,said the late Chief Judg,who is the father of the Senator representing Delta Central,Senator Ovie Omo-Agege,departed at a time his services were most needed.He commiserated with the Omo-Agege's Dynasty of Orhomurun Orogun,Senator Ovie,the Government and people of Delta State over death of the patriarch.Saraki said ''My heart goes out to the Omo-Agege's family and the entire people of Edo and Delta States,whom the late Justice served so diligently during his active years.A cursory look at Justice Omo-Agege's years on the Bench,reveals a trailblazer,a man of courage and integrity with deep knowledge of the law which he applied for the benefit of the society.His contributions to the development of the Judiciary in particular and the country in general are highly remarkable.I cannot but agree with you that his love for the rule of law and the judiciary is etched in history for all time.We can only celebrate his greatness.He will be sorely missed,'' he said.While praying for the sweet repose of the soul of the deceased,Saraki urged the family to be consoled by the worthy legacy of selflessness and distinguished service left behind by their patriarch.More photos below.
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