The Nigerian movie industry is in mourning following reports of the death of popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo. The 40-year-old actor reportedly passed away on Tuesday at a private medical facility in Lagos.
Final Public Photo Surfaces
As tributes continue to pour in, a final public photo of the actor has surfaced online, adding an emotional twist to the heartbreaking news. Filmmaker Uche Okoli posted a photo of the actor just hours before news of his reported demise filtered online. In her post, she explained that she had worked with Alex months earlier and insisted he looked perfectly fine during the production. According to her, the actor maintained his usual lively and humorous personality on set, contrary to speculations that he had been battling serious health issues.
She wrote: "Alex is doing fine. We worked on a movie months ago, and he looked very okay. In his usual jovial manner. I suspect he is just keeping a low profile offline, and it is even good."
Associate Shares Details
One of the actor's close associates, Godwin Nnadiekwe, penned a touching tribute that left many people emotional online. According to him, he was still struggling to process the devastating news because it was not something he ever expected. In an Instagram post, he wrote: "I'm struggling to find the words. This news has truly broken me. Nollywood has lost a rare soul, and I'm lost for words because this wasn't the plan, Alex Ekubo. To think you already prepared your will — it's a heartbreak I can't quite describe. Rest well, my friend."
Social Media Reactions
Social media users have been reacting to the news of Alex Ekubo's demise. @comekizzMama stated: "Till we see confirmation that he is fine and healthy then we will rest and not be worried cause nahhh." @Rayy_moxie shared: "So because you both worked on a movie months ago means he didn't die today?? You sha want everyone to know you worked with him because this your post doesn't make sense at all." @BlessingUdom_ wrote: "I thought this was going to be good news but it's sad that it's really true." @Realamzat commented: "Wait… no be the same cancer wey Blessing CEO dey always claim be this? Life no get duplicate o. Today you dey trend, tomorrow na RIP posters everywhere. If this news true, this one pain deeply. Alex Ekubo was too young man… 40?"
Alex Ekubo's Previous Comments on Marriage
Legit.ng reported that Alexx Ekubo finally replied to those asking him when he would be getting married. Recall that the movie star dissolved his engagement and marriage arrangements with his former fiancée, Fancy Acholonu. Sharing an update from an event, the actor said: "You go just dey your own dey find money, another person go dey one corner dey reason why you never marry."
