Ogogo reportedly passed away on Sunday after a battle with cancer, according to information emerging from his family.
The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, better known as Ogogo, at the age of 66.
The actor was said to have passed away at about 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 23, 2026, following his battle with cancer.
The actor’s daughter, Kira Taiwo, was seen in an emotional video circulating online as she broke the news of her father’s death. Overcome with grief, she repeatedly said, “My daddy is dead,” while mourning the veteran actor.
His death was also confirmed in a statement attributed to veteran actor Jide Kosoko, who expressed sadness over the passing of the respected Yoruba movie star.
In the statement, Kosoko described Hassan’s death as a painful loss to his family, friends, colleagues and loved ones, while announcing that the actor’s remains would be taken to his hometown, Ilaro, Ogun State, for funeral rites.
According to the announcement, special prayers for the late actor are scheduled to hold at the pavilion in Ilaro on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
The statement urged members of the public to pray for the deceased and support his family as they come to terms with the loss.
The development comes shortly after his daughters, Lima and Kira Taiwo, separately appealed for urgent medical assistance as their father’s health condition deteriorated.
On Monday, August 17, the two daughters shared emotional videos on Instagram, calling on Nigerians, hospitals, medical professionals and well-wishers who could assist the veteran actor in accessing further treatment.
In her video, Kira revealed that her father’s cancer had progressed to Stage 4. She explained that the hospital where he was receiving treatment had reportedly told the family that it could no longer continue with chemotherapy.
With the situation becoming increasingly critical, Kira said the family had begun exploring other treatment options and was prepared to consider any legitimate medical intervention that could give the actor another chance at recovery.
She specifically appealed to hospitals, cancer specialists and individuals with links to medical professionals who might be able to intervene or recommend a facility capable of taking over his treatment.
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Lima also made a separate emotional appeal in a video posted on Instagram. Fighting back tears, she described her father’s condition as serious and claimed that hospitals were no longer willing to continue treating him.
She called on anyone with access to qualified medical professionals or suitable healthcare facilities to help the actor obtain further treatment.
Lima was also careful to explain that the family’s appeal was not primarily about raising money. Rather, she said they were looking for direct medical assistance, professional intervention or connections to specialists who could take up the veteran actor’s case.
Despite the family’s efforts to find further treatment, news of Hassan’s reported death emerged days later.
His daughter, Kira, was subsequently seen in another emotional video circulating on social media as she announced the death of her father. Overwhelmed with grief, she repeatedly said, “My daddy is dead.”
Taiwo Hassan was one of the prominent figures in Nigeria’s Yoruba-language film industry, with a career spanning several decades.
Better known by his screen name, Ogogo, he built a strong reputation through his acting and contributions to the growth of the Nigerian movie industry.
His distinctive style and memorable performances earned him a loyal audience, while his long-standing career established him as one of the recognisable names in Yoruba Nollywood.
News of his reported passing has since triggered an outpouring of grief from fans, colleagues and other admirers of his work, with tributes pouring in across social media.
The circumstances surrounding his death and details of his funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by his family.
Through his acting, production and involvement in Nollywood, he earned a loyal following and became widely known by his stage name, Ogogo.
His distinctive performances and long-standing presence in the industry made him a respected figure among colleagues and movie audiences.
The report of his passing has since generated reactions across social media, with fans and fellow entertainment practitioners expressing sadness over the loss of the veteran actor.
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