The Nigerian movie industry continues to mourn the sudden passing of Nollywood actor and filmmaker Alexx Ekubo at the age of 40. The unfortunate news of his death emerged on social media on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, triggering widespread reactions across various platforms.
As many grieve the loss of the beloved actor, videos of his heartwarming moments with friends and colleagues have been circulating online. One particular video that has captured significant attention features Alexx Ekubo with Pastor Jerry Eze of Streams of Joy International, the convener of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD) platform.
The clip, originally recorded in 2023, shows the Nollywood star attending the cleric's birthday party in Abuja. The highlight of the encounter is when Alexx kneels down, and Pastor Jerry Eze showers prayers upon him. The moment has since stirred deep emotions among fans and followers.
Reactions to the Viral Video
Following the announcement of Alexx Ekubo's death, Nigerian netizens flooded the late actor's official Instagram page, reacting to a series of videos he shared before his passing. The video with Pastor Jerry Eze stood out, prompting an outpouring of comments.
One user, amarawcd, commented: "Who are we to question God but it one hurts deeply." Another account, madegreatbygrace, wrote: "Alexxxxx your pictures are everywhere please tell us it's not true." Ballsymensshoes expressed disbelief: "There's no way pastor Jerry will lay hands on him and he will now die, na cheap rumor, Alex is fine and well he is not gone, die go where, as how na, some said it's cancer shey Ogun wan kee cancer ni, person wey God hand dey upon 9 cancer wan kill, that cancer is mad. Alex is alive."
Pwettybernicee shared a poignant reaction: "This song is tearing me apart Alex just reminded me of my late sis, a woman who would always ask if you've informed God first before coming to her. A woman who was my god on earth, a lot of widows depended on her. A mother and father to we her siblings. Sometimes i wonder if there's God This kind of pain n last forever… RIP Champ."
Old Prophecy Resurfaces
In related news, an old prophecy about Alexx Ekubo resurfaced online following his death, stirring strong reactions across social media. The video, originally shared by Prophetess Bright The Seer on May 27, 2025, showed her warning Alexx and two close friends to intensify prayers against a tragic event occurring within two years. The prophecy re-emerged after the actor's passing, adding another layer of emotion to the ongoing mourning.
Legit.ng also reported that Nollywood star Funke Akindele expressed deep sorrow over the death of her colleague, who reportedly battled liver cancer. The Box Office Queen shared her grief in several Instagram posts, recalling how she kept reaching out to Alexx, sending voice notes even when he insisted he was fine. She explained that she had hoped to see him again, but he withdrew and kept his struggles private.
