Nollywood stars gathered on Friday, August 21, 2026, to pray for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, who is battling a serious illness. At the gathering, actor Jide Kosoko shared details of high-level support, revealing that First Lady Oluremi Tinubu personally called to express concern and that Senator Olamilekan Yayi has been funding Ogogo's medical treatment.
Stars Unite in Prayer for Ogogo
The event brought together actors from across the industry to seek divine intervention for Ogogo, whose health has been a growing concern. Kosoko, speaking on behalf of the group, expressed gratitude to well-wishers both in Nigeria and abroad who have shown an outpouring of love and prayers for the veteran actor.
"We are overwhelmed with the show of Love towards our brother Actor Hassan Ogogo," Kosoko said. "We can clearly see how the whole Nigerians both home and abroad have been praying for Ogogo."
First Lady and Senator Step In
Kosoko revealed that the support has extended to the highest levels of government. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu personally reached out by phone to register her concern for the ailing actor, according to Kosoko.
He also named Senator Olamilekan Yayi as a key pillar of support, revealing that the senator has been covering all of Ogogo's medical expenses. Kosoko stated that Yayi even made arrangements to fly the actor to India for specialist treatment, but doctors ruled that Ogogo was not in a fit condition to travel.
Hope Rests on Divine Intervention
With the option of overseas treatment now off the table, Kosoko made clear that the industry's collective hope rests firmly on divine intervention. The actor's condition has prompted an outpouring of support from fans and colleagues alike.
In a related development, an Islamic cleric who had publicly committed to delivering herbal medicine to Ogogo opened up about his visit to the actor. The cleric narrated his experience and observations, triggering reactions online.
"Pls let's continue to put him in our prayers. There's nothing our God cannot do," he said.
