BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood Actor Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’ Dies at 66 After Cancer Battle
BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood Actor Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’ Dies at 66 After Cancer Battle
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after battling cancer.
The actor reportedly died on Sunday, August 23, following his prolonged struggle with the illness.
His daughter, Kira Taiwo, announced his death in an emotional video circulating on social media. In the video, Kira was seen crying as she repeatedly said, “My daddy is dead.”
The development comes days after Kira and her sister, Haleemah, revealed that their father had been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer and appealed for public support as the family sought treatment options.
The family had disclosed that Hassan’s condition had become critical, prompting them to seek further medical assistance.
Taiwo Hassan was a veteran actor and a prominent figure in the Yoruba film industry. He was widely recognised for his roles in Yoruba-language productions and had a career spanning several decades.
His reported death has sparked reactions from fans and colleagues across the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Further details are expected to emerge.
