Saidi Balogun on Ogogo's death: 'This is truly painful'

Nollywood actor, Saidi Balogun, has expressed grief over the passing of his departed colleague, Taiwo Hassan, popularly called Ogogo.In an emotional tribute shared online, Balogun wrote: “You can rest now my brother, Taiwo Hassan Ogogo. May Almighty Allah guide you through Aljannah. This is truly painful.”Ogogo died on August 23, 2026 after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Born October 31, 1959, he, was an actor, screenwriter, producer and director known for his work in the Yoruba-language film industry.

Hassan was born in Ilaro, a town in Ogun State, Nigeria.

He had a twin brother, and his family has a history of twins, with his father and grandfather being twins.

Hassan completed primary education at Christ Church School in Ilaro. He attended Gazikia college in Lagos for his secondary education but was unable to finish it due to a financial problem. He then studied at a technical college and worked as an automobile mechanic at the water corporation for about 13 years.

Hassan began his acting career in 1981, shortly after starting work as a mechanic. In 1994 he left his job at the water corporation to concentrate on acting.