Kira Taiwo, one of the daughters of late Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has shared an emotional conversation she had with her father shortly before his death.
Kira shared screenshots of their private messages on her Instagram Story on Monday, giving fans and members of the public a glimpse into the final moments she shared with the veteran actor.
The messages, which were exchanged on July 26, showed Ogogo encouraging his daughter to remain strong despite the difficult circumstances surrounding his health.
In one of the messages, the veteran actor appeared concerned after hearing that Kira had been crying. He encouraged her and her sisters to remain positive, explaining that seeing them happy gave him strength.
He wrote, “How are you? I heard you are crying. Seeing you and your sisters smile is making me strong. If you cry, it will make me sad, and I will start to think.”
The message has since attracted emotional reactions from fans who sympathised with Kira and her family following the actor’s death.
The conversation shared by Kira highlights the close relationship between the late actor and his children.
Despite apparently going through a difficult period, Ogogo was focused on the emotional well-being of his daughters. His words suggested that their smiles and strength were important sources of encouragement for him.
Rather than allowing his children to become overwhelmed by sadness, he urged them to remain strong and avoid crying because he did not want their tears to make him more worried.
For Kira, sharing the conversation publicly appears to have been a way of preserving a deeply personal memory of her father and allowing others to see the loving relationship they shared.
The messages have also given fans a more personal perspective on the late actor beyond his successful career in the Nigerian film industry.
Taiwo Hassan, widely recognised as Ogogo, was one of the respected names in the Nigerian entertainment industry, particularly in Yoruba-language cinema.
Throughout his career, he built a strong reputation as an actor and filmmaker, earning recognition for his performances and contributions to Nollywood.
News of his death has therefore generated widespread reactions from colleagues, fans and members of the entertainment community.
Many have continued to celebrate his career and legacy, while his family has been left to deal with the personal loss.
Kira’s decision to share her final conversations with her father has added an emotional dimension to the tributes surrounding his death.
The message shared by Kira is particularly touching because of the simplicity of Ogogo’s request. He did not focus on his career or public image but on the well-being of his children.
His statement that seeing his daughters smile made him stronger reflects the bond between a parent and their children.
For Kira and her sisters, the conversation is likely to remain an important memory of their father and the love he continued to show them.
The messages also serve as a reminder of the emotional impact of losing a parent, particularly when loved ones have memories of their final conversations.
As tributes continue to emerge, Taiwo Hassan’s family is mourning the loss of a father, while the Nigerian film industry is remembering an actor whose career spanned several years.
Kira’s emotional revelation has resonated with many Nigerians, with fans offering condolences and prayers to the Taiwo family.
Her decision to preserve and share the messages ensures that a small but deeply personal part of Ogogo’s final days will remain available to those who admired him.
For many fans, the late actor will be remembered not only for his contributions to Nollywood and Yoruba cinema but also through the memories shared by those who knew him personally.
