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Nollywood stars rally support for Ogogo after daughters’ plea over stage-four cancer

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  • Nollywood stars are rallying support for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, known as Ogogo, who is battling stage-four cancer.
  • His daughters have made an emotional appeal, clarifying they are seeking medical direction and expertise, not financial aid, as hospitals have reportedly refused treatment.
  • Prominent actors like Femi Adebayo and Toyin Abraham are urging the public to share recommendations for oncologists, specialists, and treatment centers worldwide to help Hassan find effective care.

The Nigerian film industry is mobilizing to support veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, widely known as Ogogo, as he confronts a serious health battle with stage-four cancer.

Please let’s rally around our beloved Sir Taiwo Hassan, who is currently facing a serious health challenge battling cancer.

— Femi AdebayoActor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo calling for support for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan.

Following an emotional appeal from his daughters, Lima and Kira Taiwo, prominent Nollywood personalities have stepped forward to amplify their call for medical assistance. Actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo urged the public via his X page to help the family locate medical professionals and facilities capable of reviewing Hassan's case and providing treatment options. He stressed that the family is not seeking financial contributions but "medical direction."

"If you know someone who knows someone in the oncology space, or a medical avenue that can assist please help reach out to his family immediately," Adebayo implored, emphasizing the urgency of finding specialized care. Actress Toyin Abraham also shared the appeal on her Instagram, directing those who can help to contact Hassan's daughters or herself.

As shared by his family, they are NOT looking for money or financial support. What they urgently need is medical direction.

— Femi AdebayoActor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo clarifying the family's request for assistance.

The daughters' appeal revealed a distressing situation, stating that hospitals have refused to continue treating their father due to his advanced cancer. Kira Taiwo mentioned that her father could no longer receive chemotherapy at his current hospital. Both sisters emphasized that their primary need is medical expertise that could offer their father a chance at recovery, rather than monetary donations.

If you know someone who knows someone in the oncology space, or a medical avenue that can assist please help reach out to his family immediately.

— Femi AdebayoActor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo urging the public to provide medical contacts for actor Taiwo Hassan.

Hassan, 66, is a highly respected figure in the Nigerian film industry, with a career spanning over four decades and featuring in more than 300 films. He is particularly recognized for his significant contributions to Yoruba cinema. The outpouring of support from his colleagues highlights the deep respect and affection he commands within the industry as he faces this critical health challenge.

Pls kindly send dm to @kira_taiwo @limataiwo_ or me pls🙏🙏🙏🙏 Anyhow anyone can help ejoor🙏🙏🙏🙏

— Toyin AbrahamActress Toyin Abraham directing people who can help to contact Hassan's daughters or herself.
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