Yayi Pays Condolence Visit To Family Of Late Thespian, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, Reveals His Special Plans For The Deceased
The 2027 All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate in Ogun State, Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has on August 8th, 2026, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late veteran actor, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, at the family residence in Ilaro, where he commiserated with the family and joined in prayers for the peaceful repose of the departed thespian.
During the visit, Yayi described the late actor as a loving brother, loyal supporter, respected professional and an outstanding cultural ambassador whose contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry and the promotion of Yoruba culture would remain indelible. He expressed deep regret over his absence during the burial, explaining that he was outside the country at the time, but assured the family that immediately upon his return, he considered it necessary to suspend every other political engagement and first pay his respects to the family.
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The distinguished Senator further disclosed that he had looked forward to working closely with the late actor if elected Governor of Ogun State in 2027, revealing that he had planned to appoint Ogogo as a Special Adviser on Culture and Tourism in recognition of his professionalism, experience and immense contributions to the creative industry. He described the death as particularly painful, noting that fate had prevented the vision from coming to fruition.
Yayi commiserated with the wives, children and entire family of the deceased, as well as members of the Nigerian entertainment industry and all sons and daughters of Ilaro, describing the loss as deeply painful and irreplaceable. Muslim clerics from across Ogun State were also present to offer prayers for the peaceful repose of the late thespian’s soul.
The 2027 Ogun State governorship hopeful prayed for God to grant the family, friends, associates and admirers of the late actor the strength and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss, while noting that Ogogo’s legacy, friendship, contributions and impact would continue to live on.
May his soul rest in perfect peace.
