{
  "id": 2995638,
  "title": "We did everything possible to save Ogogo — Yayi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/we-did-everything-possible-to-save-ogogo-yayi",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-24T10:30:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/we-did-everything-possible-to-save-ogogo-yayi/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ogun APC gubernatorial candidate Solomon Adeola, also known as Yayi, has paid tribute to late veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, fondly known as Ogogo. Adeola expressed his sorrow over the actor's passing on Monday, stating that he had done everything possible to support Ogogo's medical treatment during his \"courageous battle\" with illness. He and his family remained hopeful for Ogogo's recovery, but sadly, the actor passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the age of 66. Adeola remembered Ogogo as more than just a veteran of the entertainment industry; he was a dear brother and a proud son of Ilaro and Ogun West. The senator and his wife posted the tribute on Facebook alongside a burial announcement by fellow actor Jide Kosoko, who confirmed the actor's death. Ogogo's daughters, Kaira and Lima Taiwo, had acknowledged Adeola's support for their father during his illness, expressing appreciation for his help with medical bills.",
  "summary": "Ogun APC candidate, Solomon Adeola (Yayi), mourns veteran actor Ogogo’s death, revealing he supported the late actor’s medical treatment and care. Read More: https://punchng.com/we-did-everything-possible-to-save-ogogo-yayi/",
  "key_points": [
    "Yayi, APC candidate, mourns late actor Taiwo Hassan, known as Ogogo",
    "Adeola, family, hoped for Ogogo's recovery from illness",
    "Ogogo died August 23, 2026, at age 66"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "We did everything possible to save Ogogo — Yayi",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/we-did-everything-possible-to-save-ogogo-yayi-2999846",
        "published": "2026-08-24T10:52:16.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}