Nollywood stars unite in prayer for ailing veteran actor Ogogo
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Nollywood stars from the Yoruba industry gathered to pray for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, known as Ogogo, who is facing health challenges.
- Prominent actors participated in a prayer session seeking divine healing, strength, and recovery for Ogogo.
- Colleagues and family members have expressed concern, with reports indicating the actor is battling stage-four cancer, though moving him for treatment is currently impossible.
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, widely known as Ogogo, is receiving fervent prayers from his colleagues in the Yoruba film industry as he battles ongoing health issues. A video circulating on social media shows numerous prominent actors, including Jide Kosoko, Fausat Balogun (Madam Saje), Yinka Quadri, and Rotimi Salami, gathered in prayer. They are collectively seeking Allah's mercy, divine intervention, strength, and complete recovery for the beloved actor. The prayer session underscores the growing concern among his family and industry peers regarding his condition. Jide Kosoko had previously appealed for continued prayers, explaining that despite offers of spiritual and medical assistance, Ogogo's current medical state prevents him from being moved to another facility. This situation follows an emotional appeal from Ogogo's daughters, who sought medical help for their father amidst reports that he is battling stage-four cancer. The outpouring of support from the Nigerian entertainment industry highlights the solidarity among actors as they rally around their colleague during this difficult time. The latest prayer gathering further emphasizes their collective support for the veteran actor.
We are praying for Allah to intervene in Ogogoโs condition, strengthen him and grant him complete healing and recovery.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.