Nollywood Mourns Veteran Actor Taiwo Hassan 'Ogogo' After Cancer Battle

Nollywood has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran actor and filmmaker, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, at the age of 66.

The actor death was confirmed on Sunday, August 23, 2026, with reports stating that his daughter, Kira Taiwo, announced his passing during an emotional Instagram live session, Presstv News Nigeia monitored.

Alhaji Taiwo Hassan death came days after his family publicly disclosed that the veteran actor was battling stage-four cancer and appealed to medical professionals and well wishers for assistance in securing further treatment.

According to reports, his daughters, Kira and Lima Taiwo, had made emotional appeals after doctors reportedly informed the family that chemotherapy could no longer be administered because of his condition.

The family had previously dismissed an earlier viral report claiming that Ogogo had died, describing it as fake. However, his death was subsequently confirmed on Sunday.

Ogogo was one of the prominent figures in the Yoruba language film industry, with a career spanning several decades as an actor, producer, director and screenwriter. He featured in numerous popular productions and remained a respected figure among colleagues and fans across Nigeria.

His passing has sparked an outpouring of grief across the Nigerian entertainment industry, with colleagues, fans and admirers paying tribute to his remarkable contribution to Nollywood.

The veteran actor’s death represents another significant loss to the Nigerian film industry, coming after decades of service and entertainment to audiences across generations.

Further details regarding his funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family.

Presstv News Nigeria extends its condolences to the family, colleagues and numerous admirers of Late Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’. May his soul rest in peace.