Kira Taiwo, daughter of the late Nigerian actor Alhaji Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, has announced a 40-day prayer gathering in honour of her father. The announcement was made via a poster on her social media page, inviting family members, friends, and well-wishers to the prayer session. The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 12 noon. The prayer gathering will be held at Asade Agunloye Pavilion Ground, Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State.
The invitation poster features a portrait of Ogogo and carries the inscription, “You are invited to the 40 days prayer for Alh. Al-Hassan Babatunde Taiwo ‘Ogogo.’” This event is part of the family's efforts to continue remembering and honouring the late actor. The prayer gathering is expected to bring together members of Ogogo's family, friends, and associates as they continue to honour his memory and legacy.
The late actor, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, was a well-known figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry. His contributions to the industry are still remembered and celebrated by his fans and colleagues. The 40-day prayer gathering is a testament to the impact he had on those who knew him. The event will provide an opportunity for people to come together and pay their respects to the late actor.
The announcement of the prayer gathering comes after several tributes and reactions from people who knew Ogogo. Some have expressed their desire to honour his memory and legacy in various ways. For instance, Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Adediran, had promised to immortalize Ogogo if he was elected as the governor of the state.
Imam AbdulRahman Adekunle, who had received N25m from Ogogo's family after his death, returned the money, saying it was an attempt to use his influence to get the money. The incident showed the kind of impact Ogogo had on people, even after his passing.
Senator Adeola Oyinola had also expressed his desire to immortalize Ogogo if he was elected as the Ogun State governor. These tributes and reactions show the kind of respect and admiration Ogogo commanded during his lifetime. The 40-day prayer gathering will provide an opportunity for people to come together and celebrate his life.
The 40-day prayer gathering in honour of Ogogo is set to take place on October 2, 2026, at Asade Agunloye Pavilion Ground, Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State. The event will start at 12 noon, and all are invited to attend. The prayer session will be a significant event in honouring the late actor's memory and legacy.
Key points
- Kira Taiwo, Ogogo's daughter, announced a 40-day prayer gathering in honour of her father.
- The prayer gathering will take place on October 2, 2026, at Asade Agunloye Pavilion Ground, Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State.
- The event aims to bring together family members, friends, and well-wishers to honour Ogogo's memory and legacy.
