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KWAM 1 breaks down in tears on stage over Ogogo’s death

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Context piece
  • Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde (KWAM 1) became emotional and cried on stage after hearing of actor Taiwo Hassan's death.
  • Hassan, known as Ogogo, died after battling cancer.
  • Both KWAM 1 and Malaika expressed grief over the loss of the veteran Nollywood actor.

Legendary Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, widely known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, was overcome with emotion and broke down in tears on stage upon learning of the death of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.

The incident occurred during a live performance at the Mushin 30th Anniversary Celebration. A video circulating on social media shows KWAM 1 visibly shaken by the news of Ogogo's passing. He was comforted by an associate on stage as he mourned the loss of the respected actor, who died on Sunday evening after a battle with cancer.

Another Fuji musician, Malaika, also expressed his deep sorrow, stating, "His death really hit hard. I’m in pain." The emotional moment highlighted the significant impact and legacy Ogogo left within the Nigerian entertainment industry, prompting shared grief among his colleagues.

Ogogo was a prominent figure in Yoruba-language cinema. His death followed public appeals for medical assistance from his daughters as he battled stage-four cancer. The outpouring of tributes from celebrities and politicians underscores his influence and the void his passing leaves in the industry.

His death really hit hard. I’m in pain.

— MalaikaExpressing grief over the death of actor Ogogo.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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