A former university classmate of the late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has come forward to share his personal experience with the star, shedding light on the actor's humble and approachable nature during their time together on campus.
Since the announcement of Alexx Ekubo's death following a prolonged battle with cancer, numerous individuals have spoken out about their relationships with the beloved actor. In a recent post, a man who attended the same university as Ekubo provided a heartfelt account of his interactions with the star.
Alexx Ekubo's Schoolmate Recalls Actor's Conduct During University Days
Recall that on May 12, 2026, Legit.ng reported the death of Alexx Ekubo, a news later confirmed by his family. As the mourning continues, many have shared positive memories of the actor. Twitter user @Bagdoewirefundz, in a post on his page, explained that while he was pursuing his BSc degree, the late Nollywood actor was studying for his master's degree at the same institution.
He wrote: "Back then, in 2020, Alexx Ekubo was my schoolmate doing his master's degree while I was pursuing my BSc." After revealing this, he described what he observed about the actor despite his celebrity status.
Alexx Ekubo's Kindness Towards Fans on Campus
The schoolmate also spoke about Ekubo's bouncers and how the actor prevented them from harassing students who wanted to take photos with him. He wrote: "A very calm and jovial person. Even though he was a celebrity, his kindness showed it all. He didn't allow his bouncers to harass anyone trying to take pictures with him. Even if you're not his fan, he didn't care. He believed we are all equal in the eyes of the Lord." The post concluded with a lament: "Why do the good die young?? May his soul rest with the Lord."
Related Stories of Alexx Ekubo's Impact
In a related story, Legit.ng reported that a close friend of Alexx Ekubo shared details of their last conversation before the actor's death. According to the friend, Ekubo mentioned he was taking a break from social media and discussed plans for documentaries, marketing, and rebranding, which shocked fans when news of his passing surfaced.
In another story, a young man blocked three people on WhatsApp after they posted emotional tributes about Ekubo following his death. He noted that these same individuals had ignored the actor during his birthday celebration just a month earlier but suddenly began expressing love after his death.
Additionally, a young lady who worked with Ekubo on a movie project last year cried out online after hearing about his death. She shared photos from their project in Port Harcourt and expressed disbelief, as she had posted his picture just hours before the sad news emerged.
Young Lady Mourns Alexx Ekubo
Meanwhile, Legit.ng recently reported that a young lady who collaborated with Alexx Ekubo on the same project last year mourned him online. She shared photos taken together during the project in Port Harcourt and said she could not believe he was dead because she had posted his photo just a few hours before hearing the news.
Source: Legit.ng
