A Nigerian man has shared a touching throwback video of the late Nollywood star Alex Ekubo attending his sister's wedding months before his death. While the actor appeared joyful during the family celebration, fans have noted details about his physical health that went unnoticed at the time.
Alex Ekubo's Video at His Sister's Wedding Sparks Buzz Online
In a video shared on X by @omotola, Alex Ekubo was seen performing his brotherly duties at his sister, Chioma's, traditional marriage to her husband, Izuomma, in December 2025. The actor, who was known for his vibrant personality, stood close to the couple as he offered prayers for their new home.
Sharing the emotional clip, @omotola said: 'This was Alex Ekubo at his sister's wedding in Dec. This life is very fickle.'
The news of Alex's passing on Monday, May 11, 2026, sent shockwaves through the Nigerian entertainment industry. It was revealed that the 40-year-old actor had been secretly fighting stage 4 liver cancer. The surfacing of the December video has led many to re-examine his appearance during his final months.
Nigerians React to Alex Ekubo's Wedding Video
Legit.ng has compiled some reactions to @omotola's post below:
- Ayo_olukya said: 'His sister's wedding last December (5 Months ago) then it could have been on Stage 3 at this time and he isn't aware.'
- mellycrochets said: 'He looked so unwell, little did we know he was fighting silent battles.'
- jacky_tah said: 'From this video you will notice how pale he became.'
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that a Nigerian man lamented while sharing a heartbreaking post on Facebook following the death of Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo.
