LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into deep mourning following the death of veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker, and screenwriter Alhaji Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.
Tripod Times reports that the iconic Yoruba cinema titan passed away on Sunday afternoon, August 23, 2026, at the age of 66, following a brave battle with stage-four cancer.
The heartbreaking news was confirmed on Sunday evening by his daughter, Kira Taiwo, during an emotional livestream session where she broke down in tears announcing his passing.
His demise was further corroborated by veteran actor and long-time colleague, Prince Jide Kosoko, who announced that Ogogo passed away at approximately 3:00 p.m..
A Hard-Fought Health Battle
Ogogo’s passing comes just days after his daughters, Kira and Lima Taiwo, went public to disclose that the actor was battling advanced stage-four cancer.
In a widely shared appeal, the family had urgently sought specialized medical intervention and oncology expertise after doctors revealed that chemotherapy could no longer be administered due to his delicate condition.
While the family had forcefully debunked premature death rumours circulating on social media earlier in the week, the veteran actor unfortunately succumbed to the illness over the weekend.
According to his close friend and colleague, Yinka Quadri, the family had received hundreds of offers of medical and spiritual assistance from Nigerians, well-wishers, and colleagues in his final days.
The End of a Glorious Cinematic Era
Born in Ilaro, Ogun State, in 1959, Taiwo Hassan’s career spanned over four decades, marking him as one of the most disciplined, honorable, and commanding forces in Nigerian cinema.
