Ogogo: Lizzy Anjorin Mourns Late Actor With Heartfelt Tribute, Throws Subtle Shade
- Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin paid tribute to the late actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, describing him as the best in the movie industry
- Anjorin praised Ogogo's loyalty to colleague Yinka Quadri, saying he never worked against him for selfish reasons
- The actress also suggested that Ogogo's death carried a message from God, drawing attention to those who undermine their colleagues
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Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has spoken out about the death of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, honouring his legacy while also using the moment to call out certain attitudes within the Nigerian movie industry.
In a video shared on Monday, August 24, 2026, Anjorin described Ogogo as the finest actor the industry had ever produced and a father figure to many in Nollywood. She spoke warmly of his character, noting that he stood apart because of how he carried himself around colleagues.

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Anjorin Praises Ogogo's Loyalty to Yinka Quadri

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One of the most notable points Anjorin raised was Ogogo's relationship with fellow veteran actor Yinka Quadri. She stated that despite whatever pressures or opportunities may have existed, Ogogo never worked against Quadri for personal gain or out of selfishness, a quality she found worth celebrating.
Anjorin went a step further, saying Ogogo's passing was not just a loss but a message from God to many people. Without directly naming anyone, she appeared to shade those in the industry who sabotage or undermine their fellow entertainers. The remarks landed with a pointed edge that did not go unnoticed by viewers.

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Watch Lizzy Anjorin's tribute to Ogogo below:
Fans React to Anjorin's Tribute
The video stirred a range of reactions on Twitter, with some viewers moved by her words while others caught the shade she threw along the way.
Remilekun Gafar wrote:
"There's nobody like ogogo in the industry"
Abike Mojisola commented:
"Humm may almighty alha console his family left behind Grant him alijanat fridaoz 😭"
Iyabo Pomolekun-jaiye Blogs reacted:
"Goosebumps on my body as Akanke dey talk good about veteran actors"
@iamquietink observed:
"She paid respect and still using it to throw jabs. Lizzy no well at all, I was just laughing"

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@EsanOlawale2 wrote:
"Yeyemesho na case 🤣🤣🤣🤣"
@kallmeyetty added:
"Thank God she didn't say bad about him"
Ogogo's daughter shares last WhatsApp message
Legit.ng reported that Ogogo's daughter, Kira, shared her last conversation with the late actor weeks before his death.
In the WhatsApp message, the late actor assured his daughter about his health, urging her to stay strong. The chat, which was shared online after his demise, has captured attention as many mourned Ogogo.
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