Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has broken her silence following the controversy over her decision to burn the outfit she wore to the funeral of late actor Alexx Ekubo in Abia State. The actress faced heavy criticism after sharing a video of the dress being set on fire, which many deemed disrespectful given the family's ongoing mourning.
Angela Okorie Explains Her Actions
In a post shared on her Instagram Story, Okorie stated that her video was not intended to stir controversy, adding that she anticipated misinterpretation. She clarified that she had given the dress to her aunt in Owerri to burn and did not bring it to her residence in Lagos State. She further addressed only those concerned, telling others to “shut up” and using insulting language toward critics. She urged respect for the deceased's family, who were still grieving.
Fans React to Okorie's Response
Many fans accused Okorie of gaslighting, arguing that she knew the family was mourning before posting the video. Others suggested she enjoys controversy, questioning whether she would also burn other items like her car or photos taken at the funeral. Comments included: @sabiigirlfashion wrote: "It's obvious you enjoy the heat, cause that information shouldn't have made it to SM." @oyinniwura1 shared: "Is she going to burn her phones or the car she took to the burial?" @odogwu5844 stated: "How can you be giving out an advice you should have kept to yourself and use." @reindeer.7165797 reacted: "So you know the family are still grieving yet you lack common sense." @kings_exclusive_collections_ commented: "See gaslighting."
Background on the Controversy
Alexx Ekubo was laid to rest amid tears in Arochukwu, Abia State, with Okorie among colleagues who attended. After the funeral, she shared a video of the dress being burnt and stated her reasons, which sparked online backlash. This incident follows a previous controversy where Okorie spoke about Tonto Dikeh's marriage to Olakunle Churchill, alleging that Dikeh introduced Rosy Meurer as her husband's personal assistant.
