Nancy Isime’s Unique Tribute to Late Alexx Ekubo
Nigerian actress and media personality Nancy Isime has stirred emotions online after uniquely honoring her late friend Alexx Ekubo. While many of the deceased actor’s colleagues mourned him with written tributes, Nancy chose a different approach. Instead of words, she changed her Instagram profile picture to a monochrome image of Alexx, a simple yet profound gesture that has left fans deeply moved.
Emotional Reactions from Fans
Many netizens have taken to social media to express their feelings about Nancy’s tribute. Some noted that grief can leave people speechless, while others debated whether changing a profile picture is appropriate. Comments ranged from praise for the gesture to questions about its timing.
- ohtopicals said: “I believe that if something really touches you, you would be too disoriented to write or react.”
- amnonso_ commented: “So many people close to Ikuku are still in shock and speechless. What will you write? How will you write it?”
- amarachukwunaedum noted: “She’s not the only celebrity that did it.”
- unusual_ruthy responded: “Can most of you even comprehend? Which one is ‘she’s not the first to do it’?”
- kudos_confidence said: “If you can’t use someone’s picture as profile when they’re alive, you don’t use it when they can’t see it. However, everyone mourns differently.”
- dassah_palo added: “People grieve differently; some mourn quietly, others are expressive. Everyone is affected by Alexx’s death.”
Ice Prince Recalls Final Encounter with Alexx Ekubo
Rapper Ice Prince shared an emotional account of his last meeting with the late actor. During an interview with TVC, he revealed that the last time he saw Alexx was at a cancer awareness walk in Abuja in 2024, organized by the actor himself. Despite leading the event, Alexx never disclosed his own battle with chronic kidney cancer.
“The last time I saw Alexx Ekubo was during the cancer awareness walk he organized in Abuja in 2024. Despite leading such a powerful cause, he never told anyone he was quietly battling cancer himself,” Ice Prince said. He added that Alexx remained calm, positive, and committed to helping others despite his private struggle. “May his gentle soul continue to rest in peace,” he concluded.
Family Member’s Heartfelt Tribute
Ify Ekubo, Alexx’s sister-in-law, also shared her grief. She expressed frustration that the actor left without saying goodbye, noting that they had spoken shortly before his birthday and he promised to return her call. That conversation became their last. She wrote: “Ikebobo m!!!! Chaiii!!! Words fail me!!! You didn’t do well this time around. I hope you’re seeing this message. Look how the world is hurting. You left without saying goodbye.” Ify revealed that they had plans together for June in Houston before his sudden death.
Background on Alexx Ekubo’s Passing
Alexx Ekubo reportedly died on Monday, May 11, at a Lagos hospital after battling chronic kidney cancer. Since the news broke, tributes have poured in from colleagues, friends, and fans across the entertainment industry. A video of his last appearance on a movie set also went viral, showing him arriving 30 minutes late and playfully apologizing to the cast and crew.
