By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola
The Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) has appreciated Nigerians and others who supported its members during the illness and death of veteran actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.
The association conveyed its appreciation in a statement signed by its Global President, Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin, in which it thanked people for their prayers, calls, messages, visits and other forms of support extended during Ogogo’s illness and demise.
“On behalf of TAMPAN GLOBAL, we sincerely appreciate everyone for your prayers, calls, messages, visits, and support during our beloved Ogogo’s brief illness and demise. Your love and solidarity mean so much to us. Thank you all for standing with us. May God bless you,” the statement read.
The gratitude followed the death of Ogogo on Sunday, 23 August, at the age of sixty-six, an announcement that was made by fellow actor, Jide Kosoko. The veteran actor was subsequently buried in his hometown, Ilaro, Ogun State, on Monday, 24 August, 2026 in accordance with Islamic rites.
Several colleagues and associates from the entertainment industry attended the burial, including Yinka Quadri, Jide Kosoko, Faithia Williams, Femi Adebayo, Dele Odule and Mr Latin.
TAMPAN’s appreciation came in the wake of the outpouring of support for Ogogo and his family throughout his illness and following his death, with the association, through Mr Latin, expressing gratitude to all who stood by the actor and his loved ones during the period.
