The Lagos State Government has expressed grief over the death of veteran actor and cultural icon, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo. The state government recently had its say via a condolence message issued through the Commissioner of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, and Nigerians have been reacting.
Describing his death as a major loss to Nigeria’s creative and cultural industry, she stated that Ogogo’s decades-long career contributed significantly to the promotion of Yoruba culture and the growth of the entertainment industry in Lagos and Nigeria.
Toke Benson added that the veteran actor helped introduce generations of audiences to the richness of Yoruba traditions, values and cultural expressions.
It read, “Taiwo Hassan was more than an actor. He was a custodian of culture, a gifted storyteller and a proud ambassador of Yoruba heritage.
Through his remarkable career, he entertained generations while showcasing and preserving the rich cultural values of the Yoruba people on stage and screen.
He dedicated many years to the promotion of Yoruba culture, theatre and the entertainment industry.
His contributions to the creative sector helped shape the cultural landscape of Lagos State and Nigeria, leaving a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.
His departure is a great loss to the creative and cultural community.
We pray that Almighty God grants his soul eternal rest and gives his family, friends, colleagues and loved ones the strength and fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.”
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