Ajoke Taiwo's Mourning Video of Ogogo Sparks Outrage

The burial of renowned Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, occurred in Ilaro on August 24, 2026. His first wife, Ajoke Taiwo, was visibly emotional during the ceremony, as captured in a video shared on Instagram by GolmyneTV.

The footage showed Ajoke in tears, surrounded by mourners attempting to console her. This close-up filming of her grief sparked significant reactions online, with many viewers expressing sympathy for her while criticizing the decision to film her in such a vulnerable state.

They viewed the act as a violation of her privacy and dignity during a profoundly painful moment. Taiwo Hassan Ogogo was celebrated for his contributions to Yoruba cinema over several decades, and his passing has left a notable void in the Nigerian film industry.

Additionally, a WhatsApp message from Ogogo to his daughter weeks before his death, where he reassured her about his health, has also garnered attention as part of the mourning process.