A loyal fan of the late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has reportedly lost her life while assisting with preparations for his funeral. The tragic incident has plunged fans into deep mourning.
The movie industry was thrown into sorrow weeks ago when Ekubo's family announced his passing after a quiet battle with cancer. He had kept his condition hidden from most friends and colleagues until his death.
Fan's Role in Funeral Planning
In a post shared on the actor's official fan page, the death of Matilda, a dedicated fan, was announced. Matilda had been actively serving as a liaison between the Ekubo family and the actor's fan base.
According to the post, Matilda was one of the pioneers of Alexx Ekubo's fan club and was affectionately called "Iyá Ibadan" by the actor during his live sessions. She was described as kind, committed, and selfless. She had been communicating with the late actor's family and coordinating with fan club members.
While making arrangements with the family regarding Ekubo's funeral programme, she reportedly lost her life last week. It remains unclear whether she was involved in an accident before the unfortunate incident.
Fans React to the Loss
Fans were thrown into mourning following the sad news and joined the group in grieving her death. Many prayed for the repose of her soul, while others asked that she greet Ekubo when she meets him in heaven.
One fan wrote: "Matilda, you and Alexx should take care of each other for us." Another commented: "I'm still in denial with all of this, can't process it at all... Rest well sis." A third said: "Cheerful, brilliant and hardworking Tilda... Rest among the angels. May God comfort your family."
Another fan expressed shock: "To think that she was actively planning towards his burial and now has gone to join him... This is unbelievable! What exactly is this life?"
Broader Context
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Blessing CEO had reacted to criticism following her post about Alexx Ekubo's death. The controversial personality had joined others in mourning the actor and fired back at her critics, explaining why she remains resilient despite online hate.
