Chioma Ekubo, the elder sister of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, has broken her silence with an emotional social media post expressing her grief. In a heartfelt message shared on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, she wrote: 'Nnamo, love and miss you dearly. You took a chunk of me with you. Please watch over me #blood4life.' The post reflects the deep bond she shared with her brother and the emptiness his absence has left behind.
Family Allegations and Unanswered Questions
The actor passed away on May 11, 2026, at age 40 after battling stage 4 kidney cancer. He was laid to rest last week in his hometown in Abia state. However, a statement released by a relative has shifted attention to alleged behind-the-scenes issues. David Ekubo, who identified himself as a cousin, claimed on Instagram on June 25 that the Ekubo family was not fully informed about important developments surrounding Alexx's passing. According to him, some relatives remain troubled by unanswered questions.
'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. David alleged that the family was not immediately informed about Alexx's death, and a family representative who received the actor's body from the mortuary was allegedly not allowed to view it. He argued that these developments have contributed to growing concerns among relatives.
Disputes Over Funeral Arrangements
The statement also questioned 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. According to him, the family viewed the colour choice as a celebration of life for someone who passed away at a relatively young age. '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. The statement also claimed that Alexx's biological mother and only sibling had yet to receive a formal explanation regarding the circumstances surrounding his death.
Chioma's Earlier Tribute and Viral Video
Prior to her latest post, Chioma had shared a viral throwback video of her dancing with her late brother at a family function. In a moving caption, she wrote: 'My brother, this wasn't the plan. How did you do this to me??? Please come back to me???' The video and caption stirred emotions online, highlighting the profound loss felt by the family.
No Official Response Yet
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. Meanwhile, the actor's wife, Anwuli, had earlier penned a touching tribute in his funeral programme pamphlet, noting that her husband stood by her during her mother's death and often expressed his love through handwritten notes left around their home. She described their marriage as a journey rooted in shared faith.
