Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid and also called Starboy, has paid a solidarity visit to veteran Nollywood actor Alhaji Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, following reports of the actor’s cancer diagnosis.
The visit took place at Lumstom Fedrom Hospital in Port Harcourt, where the 66-year-old actor is currently receiving medical care.
According to reports making the rounds on Saturday, Wizkid went to check on Ogogo personally after news of his health condition became public. Pictures and videos from the visit quickly circulated online, sparking an outpouring of prayers and support for the Yoruba movie star.
Beyond the visit, reports also claim that the “Essence” crooner made a substantial financial gesture to support the veteran’s treatment.
Sources said Wizkid donated ₦300 million to assist with Ogogo’s proposed medical treatment abroad. The donation, if confirmed, is one of the largest single contributions made by a Nigerian entertainer toward a colleague’s healthcare in recent years.
The gesture has drawn widespread praise and admiration from fans, colleagues, and well-wishers across the entertainment industry and on social media.
Many described the act as “Starboy being Starboy,” noting that Wizkid has often kept a low public profile but continues to give quietly to causes and people he cares about.
News of Ogogo’s diagnosis had earlier sent shockwaves through the Nollywood community. The actor, known for his commanding roles in Yoruba epic films, has been a household name for over three decades.
Since the news broke, tributes, prayer chains, and fundraising calls have flooded social media platforms.
The outpouring of love and support for the veteran actor continues as many pray for his healing and speedy recovery.
Colleagues including actors, producers, and directors have visited the hospital or sent messages. Fans have also organized prayer sessions in mosques and churches across the South-West and beyond.
Industry stakeholders say Ogogo’s contribution to Yoruba cinema and Nigerian film in general cannot be overstated. From his early days on stage to his rise as a lead actor and producer, he has remained one of the most respected faces of indigenous filmmaking.
Wizkid’s visit and donation adds to a growing culture of cross-industry support in Nigeria’s entertainment space, where musicians, actors, and comedians often rally around one another during health crises.
Health experts note that cancer treatment abroad can run into hundreds of millions of naira, making financial support critical for patients and families. The reported ₦300 million donation is expected to cover consultations, treatment, travel, and aftercare for the veteran actor.
As of press time, the Ogogo family has not released an official statement detailing the next steps for his treatment abroad. However, close associates say plans are being finalized.
For now, fans continue to hold on to hope. Comments under posts about the visit have been filled with prayers like “God will heal him” and “Long life to Ogogo.”
Wizkid, who has been in Nigeria for a series of private engagements, has not made a public statement about the donation. But the act alone has reinforced his image as not just a global music star, but also a son of the industry who stands with his own.