“I Just Wanted More Time With Daddy” – Ogogo’s Daughter, Kira, Breaks Down in Heartbreaking Tribute
The pain of losing a father has become increasingly difficult for Kira, daughter of late Veteran Yoruba Actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, as she poured out her heart in an emotional tribute weeks after his burial rites.
In a deeply personal message shared on Instagram on Thursday, September 3, 2026, Kira revisited a cherished moment with her late father, posting a throwback video that captured the warmth and playful bond they shared.
The video showed Kira and Ogogo at a party, where she jokingly asked her father for a kiss on the cheek. She playfully persisted until the actor eventually obliged, creating a beautiful moment that has now become a treasured memory for his grieving daughter.
But behind the smiles and laughter in the video was a daughter still struggling with the reality that her father is no longer there.
Kira described the experience of losing Ogogo as one of the deepest heartbreaks she has ever endured. She revealed that her grief has sometimes turned into anger, admitting that she occasionally feels upset with her father for leaving her behind.
She also spoke about the simple things she now misses most, including being able to receive a hug from him.
“My daddy. The best, I can’t even get a hug anymore. Sometimes I hate you for leaving me…. I don’t know, jare. This is what heartbreak means, mehn.”
The bereaved daughter went further to reveal the wish she had desperately wanted to see fulfilled before her father’s death, having more time with him.
According to Kira, she wanted Ogogo to have more time to watch her grow and, most importantly, meet her second child, who is yet to be born.
“I love you, daddy, but I just wanted more time, more time, more timeeee to meet my second baby. Thank you ooo TAIYE.”
Global Mirror News gathered that the emotional tribute came shortly after the completion of the funeral rites for the respected Actor, whose death left family members, friends and colleagues in the Yoruba movie industry mourning.
Ogogo, whose real name was Taiwo Hassan, was a prominent figure in the Yoruba film industry and enjoyed a career spanning decades.
Through his years in the Nigerian entertainment industry, he became widely recognised for his contributions to Yoruba-language cinema and built a strong fan base among movie lovers.
The Veteran Actor reportedly died following a brief battle with cancer.
His death sparked widespread grief, with colleagues, friends, family members and admirers paying tribute to the Actor and celebrating his contributions to the Nigerian film industry.
A series of funeral rites were subsequently held in his honour, attracting relatives, friends, colleagues and well-wishers who gathered to mourn his passing and celebrate his life and legacy.
The Actor’s eight-day Fidau prayer was held on Monday, August 31, 2026, in Ilaro, Ogun State, where loved ones gathered to pray for the repose of his soul.
However, the completion of the funeral ceremonies has not ended the grief for Kira.
Her message highlights the difficult reality faced by many families after losing someone close, while funeral ceremonies may eventually come to an end, the emotional pain and memories of the deceased can remain for years.
For Kira, the loss means having to continue life without the father whose presence, affection and hugs meant so much to her.
It also means coming to terms with the milestones Ogogo will no longer witness, including the arrival of her second child.
Her followers responded to the emotional post with messages of sympathy, prayers and encouragement as she continues to cope with the loss.
The throwback video, which once represented a simple moment of happiness between a father and daughter, has now become a precious reminder of a relationship that death has interrupted but cannot erase.
For Kira, the message was not complicated.
She did not want to say goodbye to her father.
She only wanted more time.
