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Taiwo Hassan | |
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Born | Taiwo Hassan 31 October 1959 |
Nationality | Nigerian |
Other names | Ogogo |
Citizenship | Nigerian |
Occupation | Actor . Producer . Director . Screenwriter |
Years active | 1981- till date |
Taiwo Hassan (
, born 31 October 1959), also known as Ogogo, is a Nigerian film actor, screenwriter, producer and director.Taiwo Hassan was born on 31 October 1959 in Ilaro, a town in Ogun State, Nigeria. He has a twin brother, and his family has a history of twins. His father and grandfather were both twins. [1] [2] [3] [4]
Ogogo completed primary education at Christ Church School in Ilaro. He attended Gazikia college in Lagos for his secondary education but was unable to finish it due to a financial problem. He then studied at a technical college and worked as an automobile mechanic at the water corporation for about 13 years. [3][ better source needed]
Ogogo began his acting career in 1981, shortly after starting work as a mechanic. In 1994 he left his job at the water corporation to concentrate on acting. [1]
Year | Award | Category | Film | Result | Ref |
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2023 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Anikulapo | Nominated | [6] |