Top Story: Royal Joy as Kyabazinga and Inhebantu Welcome Twin Princes
Jinja, Busoga — Jubilation has swept across Busoga Kingdom this Monday morning following the joyous announcement that the Kyabazinga, His Majesty William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, and the Inhebantu, Her Royal Highness Jovia Mutesi, have welcomed twin sons into the royal family.
In an official statement released by the Busoga Royal Palace, the Kyabazinga proudly confirmed the birth of the twins—bestowing upon himself the revered title of Ssalongo, a traditional honorific given to fathers of twins in many Ugandan cultures.
“With profound joy and heartfelt gratitude, I am delighted to formally announce the birth of our twin sons: Prince William Ethan Nadiope and Prince Arnold Eli Nadiope, born on the 27th day of August 2025,” read the royal communiqué.
The statement described the moment as a “deeply cherished milestone” in the royal couple’s journey, emphasizing that both newborns and the Inhebantu are in excellent health and high spirits.
“We give thanks to Almighty God for His blessings and abundant grace and for ushering us into this new chapter as a family of four,” the Kyabazinga expressed. “The outpouring of love, goodwill and prayers from all our friends and well-wishers has been profoundly uplifting.”
The palace added that preparations are underway for the formal introduction of the princes to the people of Busoga, promising that the public will soon have the opportunity to share in this “double blessing” firsthand.
The message concluded with a royal benediction:
“May God’s blessings be upon you all. Busoga Okwisania N’amanhi.”
The birth of the twin princes has ignited celebration across Busoga and beyond, as royal subjects and well-wishers take to the streets and social media to express their joy. Traditional leaders, clergy, and political figures have begun sending in congratulatory messages, marking what many see as a historic and unifying moment for the kingdom.