Imam explains return of late Ogogo’s ₦25m, dismisses mosque project rumour
The Chief Imam of Ilaro in Ogun State, Tajudeen Adewunmi, has explained the circumstances surrounding his decision to return ₦25 million allegedly entrusted to him by the late veteran Yoruba actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. Adewunmi said the money was given to him for the reconstruction of Ogogo’s grandfather’s house and was never […] The post Imam explains return of late Ogogo’s…
Chief Imam Tajudeen Adewunmi of Ilaro in Ogun State, Nigeria, has clarified the reason behind returning ₦25 million to the late Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. According to Adewunmi, the money was given to him for rebuilding Ogogo's grandfather's house, not for a mosque as some rumors might suggest. The cleric explained this during an interview with BBC Yoruba, which was shared on Instagram.
Adewunmi and Ogogo had a close relationship as they lived in the same neighborhood. When Ogogo, who was gravely ill, called him while in the hospital, he asked for the money to rebuild his grandfather's house. Adewunmi documented the transaction and informed Ogogo's family about the arrangement. When Ogogo passed away, rumors began circulating about the money being earmarked for a mosque.
Adewunmi met with Ogogo's family to explain the true purpose of the funds, and together, they decided to transfer the money to Ogogo's elder brother's account. This decision was made with the agreement of Ogogo's immediate family, including his wives and children. The elderly actor, a prominent figure in Nigeria's Yoruba film industry, passed away in August 2026 at the age of 66, leaving behind a legacy in the entertainment world.
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