Prince Richard Ssemakookiro's cake 'refusal' at coronation sparks curiosity

A video showing Prince Richard Ssemakookiro not eating the cake served during the 31st coronation of his father, Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, has left netizens curious.

Prince Richard Ssemakookiro

Some wonder if it’s because he doesn't like cake or if there were other reasons.

When Nnaalinnya Christine Agnes Nabaloga brought the cake, Ssemakookiro initially ignored it, while those around him, including Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga and the Nnaabagereka of Buganda, Queen Sylvia Nagginda Luswata, picked their portions.

Ssemakookiro eventually picked up a piece, but he wasn't seen eating it. Meanwhile, Nabaloga took away the cake just as Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo, the Minister of State for ICT, raised her hand to take a portion. This moment also caught the attention of netizens.

Queen Sylvia Nagginda Luswata and Prince Richard Ssemakookiro

One commented, "The real news here is how Nabaloga turned away from serving Joyce Ssebugwawo. This is extremely unpleasant."

Another joked, "Nabosa was denied cake🤣🙌🏿🤣🙌🏿."

Another commented, "What did they do to the ICT Minister?"

Another added, "The ICT Minister did not look good 😹😹😹."

Regarding Prince Richard Ssemakookiro, a netizen remarked, "The Prince doesn't finish his food; he's not like Twitter ninjas."

Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga

Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II ascended to the throne on 31 July 1993. In her congratulatory message, Speaker Among praised the Kabaka's unwavering commitment to the development and unity of the Buganda Kingdom. She acknowledged his efforts in promoting cultural heritage, education, and healthcare, which have greatly benefited the people of Buganda and Uganda as a whole.

Prince Richard Ssemakookiro was born in 2011, according to the Kabaka's Wikipedia entry