A female teacher has highlighted two remarkable things that Anwuli Ekubo, the widow of late actor Alexx Ekubo, did during his burial ceremony. Alexx Ekubo, who passed away after battling metastatic kidney cancer, was laid to rest on June 18 in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State. The funeral drew a large crowd of mourners, including family, fans, and colleagues from the entertainment industry.
Teacher's Observations
The teacher, known on X as @ogedichivic, shared her observations in a tweet on June 19, accompanied by a photo of an emotional Anwuli dressed in white with a white nose mask at her husband's graveside. According to the teacher, Anwuli wore both her own wedding band and her husband's, and she blew kisses toward him even in death. These acts reminded the teacher of the wedding vows that speak of being together 'in sickness and in health' and 'till death do us part.'
Call for Prayers and Support
The teacher appealed to netizens to pray for Alexx's wife and to send motivational quotes that could help her during this difficult time. She wrote: 'Alex's wife did 2 things that stood out today. 1: She wore her husband’s wedding band and hers (in sickness/in health). 2: She blew him kisses (even in death). It reminds me of that wedding vows that say. “In sickness and in health” “Till death do us part.” Let’s pray for her and send in motivational quotes that will help her when she’s has gotten to her feet her way. May God console and comfort her.'
Burial Details
Alexx Ekubo was buried in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State, on Thursday, June 18. He died on May 11 after battling advanced kidney cancer. The burial ceremony was attended by many who came to pay their last respects.
Reactions from Netizens
The teacher's remarks sparked various reactions online. @CrispyOnWeb3 said: 'May God console her.' @DoraAd10 commented: 'May God comfort her.' @CharlesEnyim wrote: 'Barely reading and seeing this photo and write up and got tears in my eyes. No one should lose their partner at such a young time of their life. It’s only God that can console her.' @ree_rehanat prayed: 'I pray that God comfort her and the rest of the family.' @GregNwadinobi noted: 'Not all women can do it; they are rare.'
Widow's Final Act at Graveside
In a related development, a viral video from the burial ceremony captured Anwuli performing what many described as her final act of love and farewell. Supported by Alexx’s sister, the grieving widow was seen struggling to hold back tears as she approached the graveside. She first offered prayers for the late actor before leaning in to give him a final kiss, a gesture that deeply moved those present.
