Veteran actor Jide Kosoko appeals for prayers for Taiwo Hassan, Ogogo, explaining why the ailing actor cannot currently be moved from hospital for other treatments
Jide Kosoko Explains Why Ogogo Cannot Leave Hospital
Veteran actor Jide Kosoko has appealed to fans and colleagues to continue praying for ailing actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, saying his current condition makes it difficult to move him from the hospital where he is receiving treatment.
Kosoko made the appeal in a statement shared on his Instagram page on Wednesday, speaking on behalf of Hassan’s family and colleagues.
He expressed appreciation for the widespread support and offers of assistance that have followed news of Ogogo’s illness, revealing that more than 300 and possibly over 500 people had offered various forms of help.
“We have received offers from more than 300, and even over 500 people, each sincerely believing that they have something that could help him,” Kosoko stated.
He, however, explained that the major challenge was determining where to take the actor and how to move him safely while he remains under hospital care.
“The challenge is simply: Where do we take him to? And how do we move him from the hospital while he is receiving care?” he said.
Kosoko appealed to individuals offering traditional, spiritual or specialised treatments to understand the family’s decision to keep Ogogo at his current hospital.
“Please, do not feel offended or disappointed if we are unable to bring Ogogo to you for spiritual assistance or treatment. It is extremely difficult to move him from the hospital to different locations at this stage of his treatment, especially considering the large number of people who have offered to help,” he said.
He stressed that the family appreciated the goodwill and intentions behind the numerous offers of assistance.
“Please understand that our inability to bring him to anyone does not mean that we do not appreciate you, nor does it mean that we doubt your intentions or your desire to help. On the contrary, we are deeply touched by the overwhelming love and concern that people across the world have shown towards him.”
Kosoko urged supporters to continue praying and offering their support from wherever they are.
“Therefore, we encourage you to continue doing whatever you can from your respective locations and comfort zones. Keep praying. Keep supporting us. Keep believing with us.”
The appeal comes amid growing concern over Ogogo’s health after his daughters, Shakira and Haleemah Hassan, shared an emotional video revealing that their father is battling stage-four cancer.
The disclosure prompted an outpouring of support from Nollywood and social media, with actors including Femi Adebayo and Toyin Abraham joining efforts to mobilise assistance for the veteran actor.
A medical expert had also explained that treatment at stage four generally focuses on palliative care aimed at managing symptoms and improving quality of life, while warning against unverified herbal remedies that could worsen a patient’s condition.
Kosoko confirmed that Ogogo remains in hospital and urged the public to respect the family’s decision while continuing to support the actor with prayers.
