A private WhatsApp conversation between Nollywood veteran Taiwo Hassan Ogogo and his daughter Kira has surfaced online, offering a rare and emotional glimpse into the actor's family life before his death. Kira shared the post under the contact name "My Daddy," showing her father sending reassuring messages after learning that she had been crying.
Ogogo's Final Words to His Daughter
In the exchange dated Sunday, July 26, Ogogo wrote to his daughter, addressing her by her full name, Olawunmi. He told her that seeing her and her sisters smile was giving him strength, and warned that her tears would only weigh him down emotionally.
"If you cry it will make me sad and I will start to think. Be strong I am strong. Nothing is going to happen to me insha Allah or you don't believe in Allah," he wrote, before adding, "If you do then don't cry my princess."
Kira responded warmly, insisting she was not crying and blaming her sibling named Haleemah for reporting her to their father. She closed her message with a declaration of trust in Allah and her love for him, to which Ogogo replied simply: "Love ❤️ u too my princess."
Family Coping With a Difficult Season
The tender exchange paints a picture of a father determined to shield his children from worry, even while facing his own challenges. Taiwo Hassan Ogogo was a celebrated figure in the Nigerian film industry, known for his decades of work in Yoruba cinema. The post has since drawn significant attention from followers moved by the actor's warmth and the family's visible anguish.
Ogogo passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, after a battle with cancer. A screenshot of Ogogo's WhatsApp conversation with his daughter was shared on Kira's Instagram Story, showing the contact name "My Daddy" and the heartfelt messages.
Ogogo's Remains Arrive in Ilaro
Legit.ng previously reported that Ogogo's remains arrived in his hometown, Ilaro, in Ogun state ahead of his burial. A video showed how the late Nollywood actor's remains was received by the community. The video also evoked strong emotions as many penned tributes to the late actor.
The conversation, shared on Instagram, has become a focal point for fans and followers reacting to the actor's death and his family's emotional ordeal. The exchange highlights the deep bond between Ogogo and his daughter, even as the family navigates the aftermath of his passing.
