- Veteran Nollywood actors Remi Shitta-Bey and Elesho attended the burial of colleague Taiwo Hassan in Ilaro, Ogun State
- A video from the funeral showed Shitta-Bay looking noticeably lean, with fans expressing concern over his appearance
- Fans tagged the Ogun State governor and actor Kunle Afod, urging them to check on the two elderly veterans
The burial of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan in Ilaro, Ogun State, drew many of his colleagues, but it was the condition of two attendees that quickly shifted public attention and sparked concern online.
A video that circulated on Instagram on Monday, 24 August 2026, showed seasoned actors Remi Shitta-Bey and Elesho making their way through the crowd at the funeral.
Source: Instagram
While both men showed up to honour their fallen colleague, what viewers noticed about their physical states set off a wave of worry among fans.
Shitta-Bay appeared visibly thinner than fans remembered, nearly losing his footing at one point while walking and acknowledging people who recognised him.
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Adewale Elesho, who walked alongside him, was also observed to have what appeared to be a wound on the side of his face, prompting further alarm in the comment section.a
Fans raise alarm over veterans’ welfare
The footage did not sit well with many who grew up watching the two actors on screen. Commenters flooded the post, tagging Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and actor Kunle Afod, who has previously taken an interest in the welfare of elderly Nollywood figures, urging them to step in and offer support.
Here is the Instagram video of the two actors as fans pray for them:
Here are some of the reactions:
@de_touch_beautyplux wrote:
“Age is telling, they are all loved”
@tyga82864 commented:
“Our legends needs to start checking on each other on a regular basis… One video says alot for the wise”
@aythegreat__ shared:
“It hurts. May God rest his soul.”
@degoldn appealed:
“@kunleafod kindly please check on Mr Remi Shitta-Bay.”
@akeju_adebola reflected:
“If we watched these great people when we were little and most of them are dead now, I feel we have used half of our life span. We are in 2nd half. Let’s use our time well.”
@ta.iwo2791 addressed the governor directly:
“Your excellence sir @dapoabiodunmfr appreciate your responsiveness, welcoming spirit to the creatives and identifying with them over the years. Your excellence sir two of our legends in this video Mr Remi shita bey and Baba Elesho. Visibly, Mr shita bey on Cream native needs attention. Mr Elesho has a wound on the side of his face sir. Don’t know the extent, causes…. Kindly, come to their aid sir”
Yayi pays final tribute to actor Ogogo
Legit.ng had reported that the death of veteran actor Ogogo continued to generate emotional reactions from colleagues, friends and admirers, as tributes pour in following his passing.
Ogogo, who died on Sunday, August 23, 2026, after a short battle with cancer, was buried amid tears and tributes from those who knew and worked with him. Adding to the outpouring of tributes, Senator Solomon Adeola Yayi on Monday, August 24, honoured the late actor with a massive billboard placed along a major road.
The billboard featured a photo of Ogogo alongside an emotional farewell message, highlighting the senator’s appreciation for the late actor and his impact on the entertainment industry.
Source: Legit.ng