Matooke Republic reports that Godfrey, aged 47, who is believed to suffer from a rare, unknown medical condition, and his wife Kate Namanda, aged 30, have welcomed a baby girl.
He won the title of 'Uganda's ugliest man' in 2002, after he entered the competition to make money for his family.
"In 2002, I was mending shoes, when some people approached me and said they had an event at which they wanted me to be a chief guest.
"While there, they took my pictures and among the poses they asked me to raise up my hands like a victor. A few days later, I saw my picture in the newspapers that I had declared myself the ugliest man alive and that if anyone thought they would outwit me, they were free to try.
"I was shocked and angry at the same time because I had not said so. The same people came back and assured me that I was the ugliest person alive. They also told me that as a cobbler, I could not make enough money to sustain my family.
"They asked me to participate in a contest, saying I would make more money since I would be a tourist attraction. I agreed, and indeed I won.
"That is how I got the nickname, Ssebabi, which means the ugliest of them all. Today, I feel good, about it because it is an honour," he told New Vision.
Before his marriage to Kate, Godfrey had two children with his first wife – but their marriage came to an end when he caught her cheating on him.
"I caught her red-handed making love with another man and I assured her that our relationship was over.
"I think she was attracted to me because of my money, but people kept telling her that she could do better, so she started eloping with another man," he said.
Describing how he met and wooed Kate initially, Godfrey said: "For about four months, I lived alone. My paternal aunt, who lived in Nateete advised me to get another woman. One day, she invited me to her place and while there, I met Kate Namande.
"When I saw her, I fell in love with her. I liked her figure. I did not have money to woo her, but my aunt talked to her on my behalf.
"At first, it was difficult to convince her, but about one and a half months later, she accepted my proposal and moved in with me.
"However, we kept our relationship a secret. I knew that if her relatives found out, they would take her away from me.
"I wanted her to have children before I would meet them. Then, I knew they would have no choice, but to accept me. For five years, Kate's relatives did not know where she lived. They found out in 2008, but we had a child then. I am grateful for her love and care.
"Her sister told her to leave me. She left me when she was six months pregnant. I did not go after her, because I thought she was an adult, who knew exactly what she was doing.
"I accepted my fate, but about two months later, she came back. That is when I decided to marry her because I knew that since she had returned against her sister’s wish, she was ready to settle down with me.
"To date, she still confides in me what people tell her about our relationship. I always tell her that I did not choose to look this way and if she feels I am a burden, then she is free to walk out on me. Most of my in-laws now visit us. They are used to my physical looks, and are also proud of me because of I am famous.
"Kate is also a good cook, especially when she prepares matooke and ground nuts, my favourite dish."
The couple got married in 2013, and now have six children together. Their wedding ceremony put his hometown Kyazanga, in Lwengo District at a standstill. Guests at the wedding had to pay Shs4,000 ($1.2) to attend the reception.
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| Left: Godfrey and Kate with their newborn baby. Right: On their wedding day in 2013. |
"A friend advised me to start living with him. She said if I failed to develop feelings for him, I would simply pack my bags and leave. She said he is ugly, but well-behaved and respectful.
"Later, I realised that his sexual prowess was nothing like his physical appearance. I also found out that he is a kindhearted, honest man, so I decided to become his wife."
Her advice to girls about marriage is that, "once you find a man you think is right for you, do not listen to what other people say. Follow your heart. Money and physical appearance should not be an issue."
Kate and Godfrey, whose stage name is Ssebabi, live in a small house, bringing up their six children plus the two children from his previous relationship.
Godfrey now makes most of his money from public appearances, where he sings and performs stand-up comedy.
However, he says, "money comes with hard work. Currently, I am not earning much from music or being a 'tourist attraction.' A few people give me a coin or two, but not the riches I had anticipated."
See him in action below: