Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has reportedly passed away, with the development currently generating reactions across the Nigerian entertainment industry.
The report of the veteran actor’s alleged death emerged on Sunday, August 23, amid heightened concern over his health condition.
The latest development is yet to be officially confirmed by the family. Event Diary Lifestyle is currently awaiting an official statement from the actor’s family before reporting the death as confirmed.
Ogogo, 66, had in recent days been the subject of widespread concern after his daughters, Lima and Kira Taiwo, publicly appealed for urgent medical assistance for their father, revealing that he had been diagnosed with stage-four cancer.
The family had sought help from medical professionals and hospitals capable of taking over his treatment, while colleagues and members of the Yoruba movie industry rallied around the veteran actor.
On Friday, prominent Nollywood actors and filmmakers, including Yinka Quadri, Jide Kosoko, Antar Laniyan, Bukky Wright, Mr Latin and others, gathered in Lagos for a special prayer session for Ogogo and his recovery.
As of Sunday, fresh reports have continued to emerge concerning the actor’s condition. His daughter, Kira, was also reported to have spoken during a live session about the difficult period surrounding her father’s illness.
The latest death report therefore remains unconfirmed pending an official statement from the family.
Ogogo is one of the respected veterans of the Nigerian Yoruba film industry, having built a career spanning several decades as an actor and filmmaker.
Event Diary Lifestyle will continue to monitor the situation and provide an update as soon as the family releases an official confirmation.
May strength and comfort remain with the family and loved ones during this difficult period.