Nollywood actor, model and philanthropist, Alexx Ekubo, has been laid to rest in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State, following a series of emotional funeral rites attended by family members, friends, colleagues and admirers from across Nigeria.
The actor, who died on May 11, 2026, at 40 after a private battle with advanced metastatic kidney cancer.
The final phase of the burial rites began on June 17 when his remains arrived at the family residence in Ujari Village, Arochukwu, for a wake-keep ceremony attended by relatives, community leaders and members of the entertainment industry.
Mourners were visibly emotional as traditional rites were performed in accordance with family customs.
Final Goodbye
On Thursday, a funeral service was held at Mary Slessor School, Amanagwu Village, Arochukwu, before the actor was interred at his family compound.
A reception followed immediately after the burial service, bringing together guests who travelled from different parts of the country to pay their final respects.
Throughout the ceremonies, tributes poured in from colleagues and friends who remembered Ekubo as a gifted actor, a professional and a compassionate individual.
Among those who joined family members in mourning were several Nollywood stars, including IK Ogbonna, Ini Edo, Deyemi Okanlawon and other prominent figures in the entertainment industry.
Videos and photographs from the burial showed emotional scenes as mourners bid farewell to one of Nollywood’s most recognisable faces.
His death sent shockwaves through the Nigerian entertainment industry and among thousands of fans who had followed his career for more than a decade.
The Ekubo family announced his passing and subsequent burial arrangements through the actor’s official Instagram page, revealing plans for a week-long programme that combined Christian worship, traditional rites and tributes from the Nollywood community.
The funeral activities commenced with a Service of Songs held on June 10 at The Monarch Event Centre in Lekki, Lagos, where colleagues, friends, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate his life and career.
The event was marked by emotional tributes, prayers, and reflections on the actor’s contributions to the Nigerian film industry and humanitarian causes.
Well Spent Career
A close-up of a glowing memorial column displaying two portraits of Alexx Ekubo—one in a black long-sleeved shirt and the other in casual white attire—surrounded by candlelight.(Photo credit: Instagram.com/bellanaija)
Born on April 10, 1986, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Alexx Ekubo rose to prominence after emerging first runner-up in the Mr Nigeria competition in 2010, a feat that opened doors to successful careers in modelling and acting.
Although he made his acting debut in 2005, his breakthrough came with his role in Weekend Getaway, which established him as one of Nollywood’s leading actors.
Over the course of his career, he appeared in more than 100 film productions and became known for his versatility across romantic dramas, comedies and contemporary African cinema.
His notable works include Weekend Getaway, Sugar Rush, Merry Men: The Real Yoruba Demons, Omo Ghetto: The Saga, A Sunday Affair, Hire a Woman, Adanne and Áfàméfùnà: An Nwa Boi Story, for which he earned an Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards nomination for Best Supporting Actor in 2024.
Beyond acting, Ekubo distinguished himself through philanthropy and youth empowerment initiatives.
In 2020, he was recognised among the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) Top 100 Under 40, while his humanitarian efforts earned him several honours and commendations.
Friends and colleagues have described him as a cheerful, generous and inspiring personality whose impact extended far beyond the screen.
As family, friends and fans continue to mourn his passing, many have reflected on the enduring legacy he leaves behind through his body of work, charitable contributions and influence on a generation of aspiring entertainers.
Though his life was cut short at the age of 40, Alexx Ekubo will be remembered as one of Nollywood’s brightest stars, a performer whose talent, charisma and humanity touched countless lives across Africa and beyond.
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