Comedian Oluseyi Aletile, professionally known as Seyi Law; has paid a glowing tribute to late actor Taiwo Hassan popularly known as Ogogo.
He explained that the late Ogogo was an essential part of his early childhood days. He practically saw his TV heroes live almost everyday because members of the Odunfa caucus led by Yinka Quadri and Ogogo had their office close to his house.
He became even more elated, when the building where he lived with his parents at that time; was captured in one of the Odunfa caucus movies and he had to boast about this to his friends in school.
Seyi Law wrote:
“You were an essential part of my childhood. I remember going to fetch water and running to Odunfa Street to catch a glimpse of you and Uncle Yinka Quadri at the Odunfa Caucus building. It was always thrilling to see you step onto the balcony with your smile. From Ondo Street, and even after we moved to Abeokuta Street, we still managed to visit our celebrities.
I remember Baba Suwe’s office on Bola Street near Abeokuta Street. I recall how we screamed the day we saw our house in one of the movies you starred in. I also remember my pride when I told my friends at school that I used to see celebrities because they lived close to our house. Your acting alongside Aunty Ireti (Late Bimpe Adekola) in LEGAL WIFE was unforgettable.
Your role in Owo Blow parts one to three is forever legendary. Your catchphrase, “mo fi titobi Olorun Oba bura,” combined with your calm demeanour, is iconic. Your aura belongs to a true SUPERSTAR.
“Uncle Taiwo Hassan, our beloved OGOGO omo Kulodo, we mourn your passing and celebrate your lasting impact on the Nigerian movie industry, as well as your contributions as an inspiration for our generation”, he eulogized.
