The first wife of late Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has broken her silence about their marriage, revealing that the veteran actor asked her to abandon her acting career after they tied the knot.
Ajoke Taiwo, who spoke publicly for the first time since Ogogo's death, disclosed that the actor wanted her to dedicate her time to raising their children instead of continuing in the movie industry. The revelation came days after Ogogo was buried according to Islamic rites in his hometown, Ilaro, Ogun State, following a battle with cancer.
Ajoke's Acting Career Before Marriage
According to Ajoke, she was already an established actress before Ogogo joined their theatre group. In fact, she noted that she started acting before her late husband, and they once performed together on stage.
However, after their marriage, Ogogo made it clear that he wanted her to step away from the spotlight. Ajoke recounted that the actor specifically asked her to stop acting and focus on raising their children.
“We used to act together, in fact, I started before him, before he joined our group then. However, when we got married, he asked me to stop acting and focus on raising the kids,” she shared.
A Caring Husband and a Devastating Loss
Ajoke described her late husband as a caring and loving man, emphasizing the deep bond they shared. She expressed that his death has left a significant void in her life.
“My husband was a good person, a caring husband. He loved me so much. After him, it is God. His death is a big loss to me,” she said.
Following her exit from Nollywood, Ajoke transitioned to hairdressing, a profession she has continued to practice ever since. Her decision to leave acting was a direct result of Ogogo's wishes, which shaped her career and family life.
Ogogo's Final Days and Family Tributes
The late actor passed away on Sunday, August 23, after a prolonged battle with cancer. His death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, fans, and family members.
In a related development, Ogogo's daughter, Kira, shared her last WhatsApp conversation with her father weeks before his death. In the message, the late actor reassured his daughter about his health and urged her to stay strong. The chat, which was shared online after his demise, has captured widespread attention as many continue to mourn the veteran entertainer.
Ajoke's heartfelt revelation offers a rare glimpse into the private side of her marriage to Ogogo, highlighting how the actor's decisions influenced not only her career but also the family dynamics that defined their life together.
