Ogogo’s Final Curtain: 50 Yoruba Movies That Keep the Memory of Taiwo Hassan Alive

Ogogo’s Final Curtain: 50 Yoruba Movies That Keep the Memory of Taiwo Hassan Alive

The Yoruba movie industry has lost one of its most recognisable faces, but the remarkable legacy of Alhaji Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, will live on through the characters, stories and unforgettable performances he left behind.

For decades, Ogogo captivated audiences with his commanding screen presence, powerful delivery and ability to bring Yoruba culture, tradition and everyday realities to life. He was more than an actor—he was also a producer, director and screenwriter who contributed immensely to the growth of Yoruba cinema.

Among the 50 memorable movies associated with his illustrious career are:
The Wicked Boy
Owo Blow
Agbelebu
Atitebi
Agbo-Odaju
Danfo Driver
Dr Brown
Eni Bi Okan
Irawo Ayo — The Lucky Star
Gogongo
Ekun-Ayo — Tears of Joy
Ede — Loro Oluwa
Iyawo Olele
Iyawo Alarede
Omo Agbato
Baba No Go Die
Ore Ijiji
Delicate Cane
Idajo Olorun
Legal Wife
Eleran Igbe
Iya Ibeji
Ojo Ogbo
Obinrin Sowanu
Bolode O’ku
Abule Sowo
Aso Idoti
Oruka Ojosi
Omo Olomo
Mofe Tokan Tokan
Ayesoro
Okan Soso
Arowolo
Omin
Elewon
Omo Ghetto
Apaadi
Aye O
Olokiki Oru
Tenant of the House
Amerah
Aníkúlápó
Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre
Bank Alert
ÌGÈ — The Unlikely Oil Merchant
Aye Alaye
The Merciful God
Queen Lateefat
Wicked Boy
Omin

A Legacy That Cannot Be Erased
Ogogo’s journey to stardom was not an overnight success. After years of working outside the entertainment industry, he eventually committed himself fully to acting.

His major breakthrough came with Owo Blow, where his portrayal of Wole Owolabi established him as a force to reckon with and earned him the THEMA Best Actor award in 1997.

From there, he continued to feature prominently in productions such as Omin, Elewon, Omo Ghetto, Tenant of the House, Amerah, Bank Alert, ÌGÈ and Aníkúlápó. His role as Alaafin Ademuyiwa in Aníkúlápó also introduced his talent and commanding presence to a new generation of viewers.
But Ogogo’s contribution went far beyond the movies.

He became a symbol of Yoruba language, culture, tradition and storytelling. His voice was unmistakable. His expressions were unforgettable. His costumes, authority and mannerisms gave his characters a distinct identity.
Now, as the curtain falls on his earthly journey, the films remain.
The voices remain.
The characters remain.
The memories remain.
And most importantly, the legacy remains.

Taiwo Hassan may have left the stage, but generations of Nigerians will continue to encounter Ogogo through the countless stories he helped bring to life.
Rest well, Ogogo. Your movies will keep speaking for you. Your memories will not fade. Your legacy cannot be erased.

May Almighty God grant Taiwo Hassan eternal rest and give his family, colleagues and millions of admirers the strength to bear the loss.