Taiwo Hassan: Curtains close on veteran actor Ogogo

Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66. According to his daughter, Kira Taiwo, he passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 3 p.m.

His remains were taken to his hometown, Ilaro, Ogun State, where a lying-in-state ceremony was held on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Pavilion in Ilaro. The announcement of his death and burial details were shared by veteran actor Jide Kosoko on his Instagram page.

Taiwo Hassan was a prominent figure in the Nigerian film industry, particularly known for his roles in Yoruba-language movies and his contributions to the growth of Nollywood. His daughter had previously disclosed that he was battling stage four cancer.

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