A woman named Rejoice Johnson has publicly expressed her profound grief over the passing of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, who died from liver cancer. She took to Instagram to share the unreplied direct messages she had sent him in the weeks leading up to his death.
Messages Sent to the Late Actor
In a series of screenshots posted on May 13, Rejoice showed the texts she had sent Alexx, who had been absent from social media for over a year. In one message, she told him she had seen him in a dream, though she did not elaborate on its details. She also repeatedly prayed for his well-being.
Following the announcement of his death, Rejoice wrote a heartfelt tribute: "How do I say goodbye? I couldn't sleep last night; when I close my eyes, all I see is you. Alex, what will happen to your siblings? I always enjoyed your content. I am so heartbroken. I have been a huge fan from the days of 'AY Show' with you and Mimi until now. This is so heartbreaking. I haven't cried for a stranger the way you made me cry. Heaven should have waited. I pray you rest in the bosom of the Lord. I love you. Rest in peace, Chief Ikuku."
Reactions from Social Media Users
The post elicited emotional responses from many followers. User vivian.richgirl commented: "He taught us how to love. Oh, Alex, you no do well o." Another user, uchendu36, wrote: "He was so loved. I have never seen fans ask about a celebrity's whereabouts for two years. People were genuinely concerned. We were rooting for him to return with banger movies, not knowing he was struggling with illness. O' death."
User mabel_obianuju used the opportunity to urge kindness: "Please learn to be kind. Celebrities are human beings. Words are powerful and can destroy people. Life is hard enough; let us be softer with others. Rest in peace, Alex. Rest in power, Ikuku."
Another follower, emmyosazuwa, expressed disbelief: "When you said you checked up on him, I thought it was a lie. My goodness, no one knew he was going through such a difficult moment."
Background on Alexx Ekubo's Passing
Alexx Ekubo, originally from Arochukwu in Abia State, died on May 11 at a Lagos hospital after a battle with liver cancer. His death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans, colleagues, and celebrities across Nigeria.
