Nollywood actor Williams Uchemba has addressed the growing questions surrounding the marital life of the late actor Alexx Ekubo. In a recent media interview, Uchemba confirmed that Ekubo was married before his passing but firmly declined to provide further details, citing the deceased's desire for privacy.
Williams Uchemba Speaks Out on Alexx Ekubo's Marriage
The film industry has been in mourning since Alexx Ekubo passed away on Tuesday at Evercare Hospital after a battle with advanced metastatic kidney cancer. His death has left colleagues and fans deeply saddened, while speculations about his private life continue to circulate on social media.
In the interview, Williams Uchemba, a close friend of the late actor, explained that Ekubo had wanted his marital life kept out of the public eye. Uchemba emphasized that it was not his place to share details and that the family should be the ones to disclose any information if they choose.
"I don't think it's in my place to say, because Alex didn't want it out there. I think if anything would come out of that, it would come out from his family. I think he wanted it that way," Uchemba stated.
He added, "People have their decisions. They say, 'Okay, if I'm ever going to do this, I don't even want it in public. I don't even want it out there.' So I think I would respect his will and the fact that he wanted it that way."
Interviewer Presses for Details on Children
The interviewer continued to press Uchemba about whether Ekubo had children, but the actor maintained his stance, reiterating that such information should come from the family. He urged the public to accept what has already been shared by Ekubo's relatives as the truth.
"Let us take what came out from the family," Uchemba said firmly.
With tributes still pouring in, Uchemba's words highlight the late actor's desire for privacy, leaving the responsibility of any further revelations in the hands of his immediate family.
Fans Praise Williams Uchemba's Loyalty
Following the interview, netizens took to social media to commend Uchemba for protecting his friend's privacy despite the pressure from the interviewer.
@carter6f commented: "He kept it private though, the interviewers were trying to get him to talk."
@estherwithlove_ wrote: "Is it by force? Why are they putting him on the spot with these questions?"
@Jomilojju reacted: "To the host: then go ask his family. Why ask your guest that question when he is just his friend."
@CFCPapii_ said: "Sharp guy! Respect for the dead and their will. It's not his place to tell yall, stop forcing it."
@king_Emma_1 commented: "William you are a good and loyal friend even when he was alive and late, you remained loyal. Kudos Willy."
KCee Mourns Alexx Ekubo's Death
In a previous report, singer KCee expressed deep sorrow over Alexx Ekubo's passing. On Thursday, May 14, the Afrobeats star shared a video on Instagram showing himself, Alexx Ekubo, IK Ogbonna, and others dancing together. He lamented how Nigerians often wait until someone dies before showing love and urged people to express pride, support businesses, and check on mental health while loved ones are still alive.
