Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has finally broken his silence over the death of his on-screen son, Alexx Ekubo, paying an emotional tribute shortly after the late actor's burial. Edochie, a father figure to many younger stars in the movie industry, reshared an old photograph of himself with Ekubo on social media, accompanied by a brief message: 'Goodnight son, Ikuku nwa m.'
Profile Picture Change and Burial Clip
In addition to the photo, Edochie shared a clip from Ekubo's burial ceremony held in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State. The veteran actor further honored the deceased by changing his official Instagram profile picture to a photo of Ekubo, a gesture that drew widespread emotional reactions from fans and colleagues.
Chiwetalu Agu Also Mourns
Earlier, fellow veteran actor Chiwetalu Agu had also mourned Ekubo, expressing deep sadness over his passing. Agu noted that the industry had lost not only an actor but also a storyteller whose impact would be remembered.
Social Media Reactions
Netizens flooded Edochie's tribute with comments, some of which threw shade at his son Yul Edochie. Ude Nwakaego Agatha wrote, 'Chai no doubt he's truly loved by many.' Josephine Momodu remarked, 'Pete is a real man so he feels the pain of losing his son not like Yul who has turned himself to social media comedian.' Others like Vivian Offor said, 'Our legend Pete Edochie. Is well Sir and may Alex Ikuku soul RIP.' Franca Chima added, 'Chai His death the whole nollywood industry It well We came to this world with nothing and go back with nothing May his soul finds peace in the bottom of the lord.'
Oluwakemi Evelyn Ademola commented, 'Great man paying respect to a great son.' Oluchi Tochi reacted, 'Alex May your soul find rest in God, u fought hard to survive but death took u away chai this life.' Jennifer Samuel questioned, 'Aside from me who else doubt yul being d son of chief peter edochie due to his behavior?' Madu Ebere wrote, 'Sir Pete Edochie is the one who has the name not yul cryin saying that they are using his name to make money on Facebook does he have a name if not for the father who knows him Yul the homeless boy.'
Rumours About Ekubo's Wife's Pregnancy
Meanwhile, rumours have emerged that Alexx Ekubo's widow, Anwuli Amakom, may be pregnant. During the wake-keep in Arochukwu, a traditional ruler reportedly prayed that Ekubo's lineage would not end, hinting that the late actor's wife is expecting a child. The clip from the event sparked excitement among netizens.
