Nahaama III

Robert Nahaama III
Omwenengo of Bugwe
Reign2 March 2023 - present
Coronation14 March 2023
PredecessorPhilip Nahaama II
Names
Robert Obara Nahaama III
HouseBalundu

Robert Obara Nahaama III is the reigning Omwenengo (king) of the Samia-Bugwe Kingdom in eastern Uganda. He succeeded to the throne in 2023 following the death of his father, Philip Nahaama II.

Early life and family

Robert Obara was born to Philip Wanyama, the future Nahaama II. He is a great grandson of Yusuf Obara, the final pre-colonial Omwenengo of Bugwe, and a member of the Balundu royal clan.

Prior to becoming king Obara was a lawyer, having studied law at Makerere University.

Reign

Robert Obara was the designated heir to the throne of his father, Philip Nahaama II. Following Nahaama II's death on 2 March 2023, Obara was proclaimed the ninth Omwenengo, taking the regnal name Nahaama III.

As king, Nahaama III has undertaken part in charitable and development efforts by the kingdom, and called for dialogue and increased investment from politicians.

References

  1. 1 2 Markson, Omagor (16 March 2023). "Bugwe Cultural Institution Installs New Leader, Return of Body of Late King Due". Uganda Radio Network. Retrieved 9 November 2026.
  2. ↑ Hajusu, Egassa (24 March 2011). "Bagwe agree on traditional chief". New Vision. Retrieved 9 November 2026.
  3. ↑ Nawangwe, Barnabas (3 August 2025). "This evening I have presented Makerere University memorabilia to His Royal Highness Robert Obara". Instagram. Retrieved 9 November 2026.
  4. ↑ "Omwenengo cautions Bugwe politicians against undermining kingdom". New Vision. 5 July 2026. Retrieved 9 November 2026.