A relative of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has come forward with allegations that key details surrounding the actor's death remain unclear. David Ekubo, who identifies himself as a cousin, issued a statement on Thursday claiming that the Ekubo family was not fully informed about important developments before and after Alexx's passing.
Alexx Ekubo died on May 11 at the age of 40 after battling stage 4 kidney cancer. He was laid to rest last week in his hometown in Abia State. However, David's statement has shifted attention from the tributes to concerns about what allegedly happened behind the scenes.
Family Not Informed About Death and Body Viewing
According to David, the family was not immediately notified when Alexx died on May 11. He claimed that a family representative who officially received the actor's body from the mortuary was allegedly not allowed to view it. This and other developments have contributed to growing concerns among relatives.
“With grave pain, heaviness and sorrow, the family of Ikenna Alex Ekubo advises the public that the events leading up to his passing have been unclear,” the statement read.
Disputes Over Funeral Arrangements
The statement also questioned certain decisions surrounding the funeral arrangements. David claimed that some family members did not approve of aspects of the burial proceedings, particularly the decision to wear white during parts of the funeral activities.
“The Ekubo family did not approve the wearing of white for what seemed to be a celebration of life for a 40-year-old Alex Ekubo whose life was suddenly cut short,” the statement alleged.
According to David, the family viewed the colour choice as resembling a celebration of life for someone whose passing came at a relatively young age.
Mother and Sibling Still Awaiting Explanations
The statement also claimed that Alexx's biological mother and only sibling have yet to receive a formal explanation regarding the circumstances surrounding his death. David described the actor's passing as "untimely" and questioned why more information had not been shared with immediate relatives.
As of the time of filing this report, no official response had been issued by Alexx Ekubo's management team or representatives regarding the allegations.
Wife's Tribute and Background
Earlier, a touching tribute penned by Anwuli, the wife of late Alexx Ekubo, surfaced online in his funeral programme pamphlet. The grieving widow noted that her husband stood by her during the painful period of her mother's death. Anwuli also shared that the late actor often expressed his love through handwritten notes left around their home and described their marriage as a journey rooted in shared faith.
