Clinton Ekubo, the uncle of late Nollywood star Alexx Ekubo, has publicly accused the actor's stepmother, Mrs. Jane Ekubo, of sidelining the immediate and extended family during the actor's final days and after his death. In a series of Facebook posts, Clinton demanded transparency and raised four critical questions that he says the family needs answered to bring clarity to the tragic loss.
Uncle's Accusations: Concealment and Disrespect
Clinton emphasized that Alexx was not just a son to his immediate family but to the entire extended family and kindred. “Alex isn’t just a son to his immediate family, he’s a son to his extended family and kindred as a whole. We are supposed to be fully involved and have right to ask any questions ever raised. It has been like that, and no amount of civilisation will wipe that away,” he wrote.
He criticized Mrs. Jane Ekubo for allegedly hiding information about Alexx's illness from his father and biological sister Chioma, and for announcing the actor's death to the public without involving his father, who is still alive. “If at all Alex Ekubo was sick to the point of death, you had the mind to conceal it from his father, his biological sister Chioma and his extended family members? And you also had the mind to announce his death to the public without his father (my uncle) being involved, even when he’s still alive,” Clinton stated.
Four Pressing Questions Raised by the Family
The grieving uncle listed four specific questions that the family demands answers to:
- Hospital delay: Why was Alexx only confirmed dead on arrival at the hospital instead of being rushed earlier?
- Cancer treatment: Which hospital diagnosed him with cancer, and what treatments were given?
- Family awareness: How come his biological sister was not aware he was gravely ill?
- Blood clot: Why was there a blood clot in his eyes?
Clinton also questioned why Mrs. Jane Ekubo, rather than Alexx's father, announced the actor's death. He accused her of disrespecting the family and failing in her role as a wife. “Almighty mazi wife of Ekubo Okwareke, where is your submissiveness as a wife to your husband and respect to the family where you are married to?” he asked.
Public Reactions and Social Media Buzz
The controversy has sparked heated debates online. Social media users weighed in with mixed reactions. Ezenwaka Akubude Uju commented, “Things dey happen OOO stepmothers and juju are 5&6, now I understood something.” Nwanyi Bu Ife empathized with the family, saying, “I’m not suspecting anyone tho but make Una Dey put people in your shoes, God4bid your brother or sister who is married is sick and you as a sibling is/was not aware until you are being called that the person just passed, how will you feel?”
Jay Emmy Onyemachi supported Clinton’s stance: “Nice one, people are so naive in the comment section and internet. They won't understand what happened and what is going on until death happened to them Amen. Please sir,say your mind. Tell the world what happened to Ikenna/ Chioma's Mum and Dad,fear not The gods of Aro are with you.” Meanwhile, Rosemary Chizaram Ogbuni offered a sarcastic remark: “Let me give you an option ,Kpai yourself so you can get Face to face information directly from Alex. Man of God Abeg ,don't carry this thing to new week abeg.”
Alexx Ekubo's Sister Speaks Out
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Alexx Ekubo’s elder sister Chioma broke her silence days after her brother’s burial. A throwback video showed the siblings dancing together at a family function as she poured her heart out. This came after a relative alleged troubling details surrounding his death, adding to the ongoing controversy.
The family insists that the four questions must be answered to bring clarity to the painful loss of the beloved actor. As the public awaits a response from Mrs. Jane Ekubo, the debate continues to intensify online.
