Nollywood actress Nancy Isime has spoken about the emotional weight of hosting the Service of Songs for her late friend and colleague, Alexx Ekubo. The event took place on Wednesday, June 10, at the Monarch Event Centre in Lekki, Lagos, where family, friends, and fellow actors gathered to honour the late star.
Nancy Isime Describes the Tribute as the Hardest Task of Her Career
A day after the event, Nancy Isime shared her feelings on Instagram, describing the role as the hardest hosting duty she has ever taken on. The actress explained that Alexx Ekubo’s passing was never part of the plan and admitted she could not bring herself to write his name along with “rest in peace”. Nancy’s words reflected the deep bond she shared with Alexx, whom she affectionately called “Old 20 Naira”.
Her post was accompanied by an image of the printed programme from the Service of Songs, shared on the night of June 11. She wrote: “HARDEST Hosting Gig of my Life! This wasn’t the plan Old 20 Naira, This wasn’t the plan.. But 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 and Matthew 5:4 are my assurance. I refuse to put your name and rest in one sentence, I just can’t. I miss you, my Brother?”
Backlash Over Nancy Isime’s Attire
In related news, Nancy Isime faced heavy criticism for her choice of attire at the service of songs. She arrived at the event in a white gown with a scarf tied across her eyes, a look that many felt was too glamorous for the solemn occasion. The backlash was massive on social media, as netizens argued that her outfit did not match the cultural expectations of dignified dressing at funerals. Many felt the style distracted from the mood of the gathering, which was meant to honour Ekubo’s life and career.
Nancy Isime Explains Her Silence on Alexx Ekubo
Earlier, Nancy Isime addressed questions surrounding her apparent silence following the tragic passing of actor Alexx Ekubo in May 2026. During a recent interview with Yanga FM, the movie star explained that she chose to mourn her friend privately by using his photograph as her Instagram display picture instead of posting a public tribute. Nancy Isime described the late actor as a genuine and supportive friend with a great mind, recalling that she was driving when she received the devastating news about his complications from cancer.
