The Ilaro Muslim Community in Ogun State has announced the burial arrangements for veteran Yoruba actor, Alhaji Hassan Taiwo, popularly known as Ogogo.
The announcement was made by the Chief Imam of Ilaro, who stated that the burial prayer for the late actor would be held at the Asade Agunloye Pavilion Ground, Ilaro, at 10:00 a.m.
Ogogo, who hailed from Ilaro, was a prominent figure in the Yoruba film industry, where he distinguished himself as an actor, filmmaker and traditional chant performer.
The 66-year-old actor was widely respected for his distinctive roles in Yoruba-language films and his contribution to the promotion of Yoruba culture.
His career was, however, accompanied by serious health challenges. In 2025, Ogogo spoke publicly about his battle with chronic ulcer, which he said he had lived with for several years.
More recently, his family disclosed that the actor was battling stage-four cancer and appealed for urgent financial and medical assistance.
His deteriorating health condition reportedly prompted colleagues, fans and well-wishers to organise prayers and seek specialist medical care for him.
The announcement of his burial has since triggered an outpouring of grief among his colleagues, fans and residents of Ilaro, who continue to remember him for his decades-long contribution to Nollywood and Yoruba culture.
The burial prayer is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. at the Asade Agunloye Pavilion Ground, Ilaro.
