August 24, 2026
Ogun State All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Solomon Adeola, has expressed grief over the death of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, recalling his efforts to support the actor’s medical treatment before his death.
Ogogo died on Sunday, August 23, 2026, aged 66. The movie star battled stage-four cancer.
Adeola, also known as Yayi, said he and his wife, Temitope, stood by Ogogo and his family throughout his illness and made efforts to ensure he received appropriate medical attention.
In a tribute signed by the couple and shared on Facebook on Monday, Adeola said Ogogo’s death was painful, particularly after the actor’s “courageous battle” with illness and the widespread hopes and prayers for his recovery.
