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Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’ to be laid to rest Monday in Ogun
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, will be buried on Monday, August 24, 2026, in his hometown of Ilaro, Ogun State.
Hassan died at about 3:00 p.m. on Sunday at the age of 66.
Veteran actor Jide Kosoko announced the burial arrangements in a statement following the actor’s death.
Kosoko, in a statement shared on his Instagram page, said the late actor’s remains would be taken to Ilaro on Sunday ahead of the burial ceremony scheduled for Monday.
The statement read, “With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of ALHAJI TAIWO HASSAN, popularly known as OGOGO, who passed away at 3:00 p.m. today Sunday, 23rd August 2026. At 66 years.
“His remains will be taken to his hometown, Ilaro, Ogun State today where special prayers will take place at the pavilion Ilaro tomorrow
“Date: Monday, 24th August 2026
“Time: 11:00 a.m.
“Venue: Pavillon, Ilaro, Ogun State.
“We pray that Almighty Allah grants him eternal rest and gives his family, friends, colleagues and loved ones the strength and fortitude to bear this great loss.
“May his soul rest in perfect peace. Ameen.”
A separate announcement shared by Seun Oloketuyi, founder of Best of Nollywood awards, stated, “Ogogo to be buried
10am Tommorrow
INALILAHI WAHINA ILLAEHOLI RAJHIUN
THE ILARO MUSLIM COMMUNITY WISHES TO ANNOUNCE THE BURIAL OF OUR BELOVED BROTHER, ALHAJI HASSAN TAIWO (OGOGO)
Burial Prayer at the Asade Agunloye Pavilion
Ground. 10am
Announcer.
Chief Imam Ilaro.”
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