Nollywood actress Nancy Isime has come under heavy criticism from social media users for her choice of attire at the Service of Songs held for her late colleague Alexx Ekubo. The event took place on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Monarch Event Centre in Lagos, drawing a large crowd of colleagues, friends, and family members.
The popular media personality attended the memorial wearing a beautiful white gown, paired with a unique scarf tied around her eyes. While most attendees dressed in white to symbolize respect and unity, Isime's appearance quickly became the subject of intense online debate.
Netizens Question Fashion Choices at Memorial
Many netizens expressed disappointment, stating that the actress treated the solemn memorial event like a glamorous fashion show instead of a funeral. The backlash was massive on social media, as users argued that her outfit did not meet cultural expectations for dignified dressing at such occasions.
Several commenters pointed out that the style distracted from the mood of the gathering, which was meant to honor Ekubo's life and career. While the event itself highlighted solidarity within the film industry, Isime's fashion choice overshadowed her presence at the tribute.
Reactions from Social Media
Legit.ng compiled reactions from netizens, including:
- @Emmanuel112965: “Why Nancy drip go funeral”
- @Aizik_Naz: “Even for burial them still dey do show off?”
- @iamjessica72: “Nancy only came for fashion o. If she cry, make I know wetin cause.”
- @LilyN_1: “This is so painful.. See fashion flying here and there in someone’s burial.”
- @TaoFeek182: “Nancy come drip for funeral? Nawa oo”
- @OvieOvero: “This life sha is more a fashion show than a service of song”
- @TemiofItsekiri: “Or another fashion show? They don’t look sober”
- @jefi_dani: “Why e come be like say everybody go do fashion for there, see as Nancy hot trowey”
Alexx Ekubo's Passing and Legacy
Alexx Ekubo passed away on May 11, 2026, at the age of 40, after a private struggle with advanced metastatic kidney cancer. He is survived by his widow and children, who attended the service alongside colleagues and fans. The gathering was organized as a final farewell, with tributes celebrating his contributions to Nigerian cinema and the impact he made on screen.
Despite the controversy surrounding Nancy Isime's attire, the evening remained focused on remembering the actor's legacy and the mark he left on Nollywood.
Nancy Isime's Tribute to Alexx Ekubo
Earlier, Nancy Isime addressed questions regarding her initial public silence following Ekubo's death. During a radio interview, she revealed that she chose to honor her close friend privately by changing her Instagram display picture to his photograph. She described the late actor as a genuine friend with a great mind who supported people even during disagreements.
