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Tunde Kelani pays tribute to Olu Jacobs, recalls four decades of friendship and collaboration
Renowned Nigerian cinematographer and filmmaker, Tunde Kelani, has paid a deeply personal tribute to veteran actor Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, describing him as a consummate actor whose discipline, generosity and commitment helped shape modern Nigerian cinema.
17/09/2026
President Tinubu nourns Veteran Actor Olu Jacobs at 84
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of veteran Nollywood actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, who died at the age of 84.
17/09/2026
Veteran Nollywood Actor Olu Jacobs Dies at 84
Veteran Nigerian actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, popularly known as Olu Jacobs, has died at the age of 84.
16/09/2026
Ogun 2027: I’ll immortalise Ogogo if elected governor – Adeola
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State for the 2027 election, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, has declared that he will immortalise the late veteran Nollywood actor, Hassan Taiwo (Ogogo), if elected governor.
08/09/2026
Ojodu LCDA Chairman celebrates Cardinal Odunmbaku at 80, hails his Legacy of Service And Leadership
The Executive Chairman of Ojodu Local Council Development Area, Hon. David Olusegun Odunmbaku, has celebrated the 80th birthday of his father, political mentor and elder statesman, Cardinal James Omolaja Odunmbaku, MFR, describing him as an embodiment of exemplary leadership, selfless service and unwavering commitment to humanity.
04/09/2026
Tinubu Mourns Ogogo as Minister Musawa Visits Bereaved Family
The Federal Government has paid tribute to late Nollywood veteran Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, with Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, visiting the actor’s family to convey President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s condolences.
31/08/2026
“yinka, Don’t Cry…” — Yinka Quadri Reveals Ogogo’s Heartbreaking Final Words Before Death
The words have remained with veteran Nollywood actor Yinka Quadri — words spoken by his longtime friend and colleague, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, during what would become their final encounter.
27/08/2026
Ogogo: Jide Kosoko Announces Remaining Burial Programmes for Late Veteran Actor
Veteran filmmaker and Nollywood actor, Prince Jide Kosoko, has expressed appreciation to fans, colleagues, friends and well-wishers who turned out in large numbers for the burial of late veteran actor, Alhaji Babatunde Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.
26/08/2026
Tunde Olaoye Defends Funke Akindele, Urges Critics to Respect Her Grieving Process
Filmmaker and movie director Tunde Olaoye has come to the defence of Nollywood actress Funke Akindele following criticism directed at her after the death of veteran actor Alhaji Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.
26/08/2026
Faleke Mourns Nollywood Legend Taiwo Hassan, Ogogo
ABUJA/LAGOS — The Member representing Ikeja Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. James Abiodun Faleke, has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden passing of veteran Nollywood actor, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo.
26/08/2026
