Veteran Nollywood actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has reportedly passed away.
The news of the actor’s death was announced on Sunday by Fuji musician, Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, in posts shared on his Facebook and Instagram pages.
Ogogo, one of the prominent figures in the Yoruba film industry, had reportedly been battling stage-four cancer.
The actor’s health condition was made public by his daughters, Haleemah and Shakira, earlier in the week, sparking an outpouring of concern and prayers from fans, colleagues and well-wishers across the entertainment industry.
The reported death of the veteran actor has since generated reactions among members of the Nollywood community and his numerous fans, who have continued to pay tribute to his contribution to the Nigerian film industry.
Taiwo Hassan, widely recognised for his roles in Yoruba-language films and television productions, built a decades-long career in Nollywood and became a household name through his distinctive acting style and memorable performances.
As of the time of filing this report, details surrounding his death were not immediately available.
More updates will follow as they emerge.