The daughters of late Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, have announced plans to pursue acting and filmmaking more actively, expressing their determination to continue their father’s legacy in the Nigerian movie industry.
The sisters, Taiwo Halima Olamide, popularly known as Lima Ogogo, and Shakirat Olawunmi Taiwo, also known as Kira Ogogo, made the announcement in a video shared on Instagram.
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They also expressed appreciation to fans, colleagues, public figures and other well-wishers who supported their family following the death of their father.
In the video, the sisters thanked members of the public for the love shown to Ogogo and his family, describing their message as an opportunity to acknowledge the support they had received.
“You guys loved our daddy so much. This is an appreciation video to tell you people thank you. We are coming to the industry, and we’re here to stay,” they said.
Their announcement signals their intention to establish themselves more firmly in the entertainment industry, with acting and filmmaking among their stated ambitions.
Ogogo was a recognised figure in the Yoruba-language film industry, and his daughters’ decision to pursue careers in the same field could extend the family’s connection to Nollywood.
The sisters’ message also comes amid tributes and expressions of sympathy from members of the entertainment industry following their father’s death.
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By announcing their plans publicly, Lima and Kira have indicated that they intend to build their own careers while carrying forward the legacy associated with their father.
Mariam Balogun is a contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
