August 24, 2026

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta

ILARO — Tears and grief enveloped Ilaro, Ogun State, on Monday as family members, friends, colleagues and fans gathered to bid a final farewell to veteran Nollywood actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.

The 66-year-old Yoruba film icon was buried in his hometown in accordance with Islamic rites, a day after his death was confirmed.

Mourners conveyed his remains to the burial ground, where Islamic prayers were offered before his interment.