Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after battling cancer.
The actor reportedly passed away on Sunday following his struggle with the illness.
A video circulating on social media showed his daughter, Kira Taiwo, in tears as she announced her father’s death, repeatedly saying, “My daddy is dead.”
His death comes just days after Kira and her sister, Haleemah, disclosed that the veteran actor had been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer and appealed to the public for support as the family explored treatment options.
Before his passing, Ogogo reportedly received hundreds of offers of medical, spiritual and other forms of assistance from Nigerians, colleagues and well-wishers.
His close friend and fellow actor, Yinka Quadri, had revealed that more than 300 people, and possibly over 500, reached out to the family with offers of support.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Quadri said the volume of offers had become difficult for the family to manage as they sought to determine which interventions could be pursued without disrupting Ogogo’s ongoing medical treatment.
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The actor also received support from Ogun State governorship aspirant, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Senator Yayi, who reportedly facilitated efforts to secure specialist medical attention for him.
Actress Toyosi Adesanya had earlier disclosed that Adeola personally contacted cancer specialists to assist the veteran actor and that Ogogo had been admitted for treatment.
However, before his death was announced, Kira alleged that some individuals were attempting to profit from her father’s illness.
Speaking during an emotional TikTok Live session on Saturday, she accused some people who offered assistance to the family of making financial demands while the actor was battling cancer.
Ogogo was one of the most respected figures in the Yoruba film industry and was widely celebrated for his contributions to Nollywood over several decades. His performances earned him a lasting place in Nigeria’s entertainment industry and endeared him to generations of movie lovers.
