“Hold Special Prayer Session”- ‎‎Mr Latin Orders TAMPAN Governors, Executives Following The Passing Of Taiwo Hassan

‎In the wake of the death of Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, TAMPAN President Bolaji Amusan, better known as Mr Latin, has issued a memorandum.

‎In his press statement, he ordered all TAMPAN State Governors and Executives to hold a special prayer session in their next State meeting. He said the prayer should focus on forgiveness of sins, protection, and preservation of members from death, sickness and destruction.

‎“Following the recent passing of our beloved colleague, Ogogo, all State Chapters are hereby directed to include a special prayer session in the next State meeting.

‎The prayer should focus on seeking God’s face, forgiveness of our sins, His protection over the living, and preservation of our members from death, sickness and destruction. We should also pray for the forgiveness and peaceful repose of our departed colleagues.‎

‎All State Governors are kindly requested to ensure compliance.

‎May God protect and preserve us all, forgive our sins, and grant the departed eternal rest. Amen”.

‎Ogogo, who died on Sunday, was buried amidst tears, with many of his industry colleagues in attendance. Spotted were Yinka Quadri, Jide Kosoko, Ireti Osaiyemi, Femi Adebayo, Fausat Balogun, Faithia Williams, Saidi Balogun, Kolawole Ajeyemi, Abbey Lane, Bisi Ibidapo, Segun Ogungbe, Jigan Babaoja, Mama No Network, Fali Werepe, and a host of others.

‎A week before Taiwo’s death, veteran Elegbeje Ado had passed away after a brief illness.

‎In June, the industry had lost another veteran, Kola Oyewo, who passed away at 80. Kunle Afod announced his death, noting how Nollywood had lost a true legend.

‎Also, in June, Adeshina Okiki died after a fatal car accident. Sharing a video of the aftermath of the accident, his colleague, Akin Olaiya, expressed sadness over his death and bade him farewell.

‎In accordance with Muslim rites, the actor was laid to rest in his hometown of Okeho, Oyo State.

‎In February, the Yoruba Nollywood industry lost one of its beloved, Aunty Ajara, after a long and courageous battle with illness.

‎Her death came while Yoruba Nollywood was still dealing with the loss of Allwell Ademola, who passed away after suffering a heart attack at her residence.