- A video from a wedding ceremony on Sunday, August 23, captured veteran singer Adewale Ayuba publicly praying for ailing actor Ogogo
- Ayuba revealed he learned of Ogogo’s health crisis on television and referenced a holy pilgrimage the trio once made together
- Yinka Quadri, Ogogo’s close friend, was present at the event and his appearance drew emotional reactions from fans online
A video from a wedding ceremony has got Nigerians talking after veteran singer Adewale Ayuba used the occasion to send heartfelt prayers to his ailing friend, actor Ogogo.
The footage, which circulated on Instagram on Sunday, 23 August 2026, was filmed at the wedding of Adewunmi and Azeez. It showed veteran actor Yinka Quadri in high spirits, dancing and spraying money into a carton set aside for the purpose, while also stopping to exchange pleasantries with guests around him.
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Ayuba calls out to Yinka Quadri from Bandstand
When Ayuba, who was performing on the bandstand, spotted Yinka Quadri in front of him, he paused to address him directly.
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The singer said he had heard about Ogogo’s health struggles on television and offered prayers for his swift recovery. Ayuba invoked God’s sovereignty over life and death, expressing his belief that the veteran actor would get back on his feet.
Adding a deeply personal touch, Ayuba reminded Quadri of the time the three of them himself, Quadri, and Ogogo travelled together on a holy pilgrimage, recounting the prayers they offered during that journey as a sign of the bond they share.
Here is the Instagram video of Adewale Auba praying for Ogogo while on stage:
Fans react to the emotional moment
The video stirred strong emotions among fans, many of whom have been following Ogogo’s health situation closely and hoping for positive news. Comments poured in from followers who were moved by Ayuba’s public declaration of support for his old friend.
@oluwatoyinafolabiajayi wrote:
“This is Yinka Quadri. Ayuba is now a Christian.”
@alawayealaorahman shared:
“They went to Mecca together in 2003: Ayuba Ogogo, Yinka Quadri, and Ibrahim Labake.”
@mahsiatismail commented:
“Ameen YA Allah”
Ogogo’s daughter gives update about actor
Legit.ng had reported that Ogogo’s daughter, Kira Taiwo, broke down in tears during a livestream on Sunday, August 23, 2026, while reacting to a cleric who publicly shared details of visiting her ailing father.
According to Kira, the cleric’s video eventually made its way to the family’s WhatsApp group, leaving a close relative deeply distressed and questioning whether Ogogo was dying. She expressed frustration over what she described as attempts by some people to profit from her father’s health crisis, urging those involved to fear God and show greater sensitivity to the family’s situation.
Source: Legit.ng