A close friend of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has opened up about her final encounter with him and the heartfelt words he spoke when they first met. The emotional tribute comes after the actor's sudden death, which has left many fans and colleagues in shock.
First Meeting on a Movie Set
According to the woman, who runs the TikTok account @lovembatv, she first met Alexx Ekubo on a movie set. Despite his superstar status and the crowd of admirers around him, he approached her first with a warm greeting. She described him as warm, respectful, and easygoing, noting that his kindness stood out from the very beginning.
Final Meeting in Dubai
She later met the actor again in Dubai, which turned out to be the last time she saw him alive. Reflecting on his sudden death, she expressed deep regret for not reaching out to him sooner. She admitted that she had heard rumors about his struggles but kept telling herself she would check in on him someday, a decision she now deeply regrets.
In her TikTok post, she wrote: “I honestly don’t even know what to say. I’m still hoping someone wakes up and tells me this is all just a rumor… because I truly don’t want to believe that Alexx Ekubo is gone.”
Advice to Others
She urged everyone to check in on loved ones without waiting for the perfect moment, emphasizing the fragility of life. She concluded: “Rest well, Alex. Thank you for your kindness, your talent, and the beautiful memories. Please let’s keep his loved ones in our prayers during this difficult time.”
Public Reactions
The post has since garnered emotional reactions from fans. One user, Chichetam, simply wrote: “God why him.” Another, Joywrights, shared: “I’m just keeping calm, not to cry as my soul is hurt because I just came from an appendix surgery and I don’t want it to open up. This good soul just left us.” Nana Akua Adepa @311 commented: “So sad.”
In related news, a Nigerian lady recently asked on social media whether the actor was married before his death, sparking widespread discussion. Additionally, a businessman mourned Ekubo in an emotional post, calling him a brother and praying for strength for his family.
