“We remained hopeful and prayerful that he would overcome the illness and return to the family, friends and countless admirers who cherished him. Sadly, despite all efforts, it has pleased Almighty God to call him home. Indeed, God knows best,” the statement read.

Adeola described Ogogo as more than a veteran of the entertainment industry, saying he was a “dear brother” and a proud son of Ilaro and Ogun West.

He said the actor’s career brought joy to generations and contributed to the growth of the Nigerian film industry.

“Alhaji Taiwo Hassan was more than an accomplished veteran of the entertainment industry to us; he was a dear brother and a proud son of Ilaro and Ogun West, whose remarkable career brought joy to generations and contributed immensely to the growth and development of the Nigerian film industry.

“His talent, humility and enduring body of work will ensure that his memory lives on,” Adeola said.

The senator extended his condolences to Ogogo’s wife, children and family, as well as the people of Ilaro and Yewaland, his colleagues and associates in the entertainment industry.

He prayed that Almighty Allah would forgive Ogogo’s shortcomings, accept his good deeds and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus.

Adeola, who is also the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Ogun State, signed the tribute alongside his wife.

PUNCH Online recalls that Ogogo’s daughters, Kaira and Lima Taiwo, had acknowledged Adeola’s support for their father during his illness.

In an earlier appeal for medical assistance, Kaira had expressed appreciation to Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, for helping the family with the actor’s medical bills.

The daughters had also stressed that their appeal was for medical intervention rather than financial donations.

Ogogo died at 3pm on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the age of 66, according to a burial announcement by veteran actor, Jide Kosoko.

His remains were taken to his hometown, Ilaro, Ogun State, on Sunday ahead of his burial on Monday.

The actor would be buried according to Islamic rites, with family members, friends, colleagues and well-wishers gathering in Ilaro to bid him farewell.

Ogogo had battled stage-four cancer before his death. His daughters had disclosed that doctors informed the family that they could no longer administer chemotherapy because of his condition.

The actor was a prominent figure in Yoruba-language cinema, with a career spanning more than four decades and hundreds of films to his credit.

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Responding, Isbae U said, “Bolaji Ogunmola, I have a crush on her, and Adesua. Adesua is married, but I like her eh, she has no idea.

“Big shout out to Banky W; he used to reply to my chat, but I have a crush on Adesua. And that’s a good thing. Nobody wants to put a woman in the house that people will be hating about.

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Reacting to his response Ogunmola wrote on social media, “Oniranu ni Isbae U, I will tell your wife.”

She maintained that she was sincere about her feelings throughout the relationship and had defended it because she genuinely believed in what they shared.

“For the past few days, I have watched people tell my story for me. I stayed silent because I believed some things deserved to remain private, but my silence should never be mistaken for guilt. I loved genuinely. I defended the relationship because I believed in it at the time, and I chose to give someone I loved a second chance because I believe people can grow and change.

“On marriage and the ring, let me be clear: wanting marriage with someone you love is not desperation. Knowing when not to marry them is discernment. Sometimes, it takes more courage to walk away than to stay. A ring doesn’t fix what made a relationship impossible. A hundred promises. Not one fulfilled”, she wrote.