Tributes have continued to flood social media as fans, actors and public figures mourn the reported death of Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo, describing the loss as shocking and deeply painful.
Fans and followers of late Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo have continued to express grief across social media platforms following reports of his death.
The Nigerian entertainment industry was thrown into mourning on Tuesday after news of the actor’s passing surfaced online.
According to trending reports and social media posts by colleagues close to the actor, Alex Ekubo reportedly died after a prolonged battle with cancer.
The development has triggered widespread reactions online, with fans across Nigeria and beyond sharing condolence messages and emotional tributes to the late actor.
One fan, identified as Mr. Rekindled of AFC, wrote, “Is this some late April Fool joke? God, what kind of news is this? Rest in peace bro, I don’t even know what to type.”
Another user, Perpetua Ebubech, said, “Rest well Alex. I am done pressurising myself and being ungrateful. Being alive is enough.”
Amed Oshiorenua reacted saying, “This one hurts me ooo.”
A social media user, @sheismirah_bakr, wrote, “Indeed, every soul shall taste death. May we leave behind kindness, love, and good memories. May we be celebrated while we are alive, not only mourned when we are gone.”
Another user, @SAMPSOLO on X, reflected on the fragility of life.
“Sometimes when I hear such news I just sit down and think about life. Everything we’re struggling for can just end in one moment. It’s really scary,” the user posted.
Several fans also described the actor as talented, humble and admired for his screen presence.
The passing of Alex Ekubo has equally drawn tributes from colleagues and celebrities within the entertainment industry.
Popular actress Funke Akindele shared an emotional message on Instagram.
“Hmmmmmm. Rest in peace, Alex. I tried to reach out to see you one more time, but I guess you knew best.
“May your kind soul rest in peace, Alex. ‘Ore mi’ like you fondly called me, I will always remember and cherish the good times we shared together. Rest in Peace, Alex,” she wrote.
Veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo also paid tribute.
“Life is not only fickle, it can also feel unreal. Even as I type this, I still struggle to fully process it, and it deeply saddens me to hear this news.
“Rest in peace to a truly great soul. You came, you saw, and you conquered. We are proud of the life you lived, the journey you embraced, and the legacy you leave behind.
“Sleep well, our dear Alex,” he wrote.
Actor Bolanle Ninalowo posted, “Rest on, Alex. May God heal your family and us all.”
Singer Peter Okoye simply wrote, “RIP.”
Actor Chinedu Ikedieze reacted with the words, “Jesus, how?”
Human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore described the late actor as a “rare talent.”
“My profound condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Nollywood star Alexx Ekubo, who I understand passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer,” Sowore wrote on X.
“I never met him personally, but I still cannot forget a movie of his I watched on an Emirates flight from New York to Dubai en route to Nairobi.
“He was a rare talent whose presence lit up the screen effortlessly. May he rest in power.”
Alex Ekubo, born on April 10, 1986, was widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s versatile actors, known for starring in several successful films and television productions.
His prolonged absence from social media and public appearances in recent months had raised concerns among fans and colleagues.
His last Instagram post was reportedly made in December 2024, shortly after reports emerged that his engagement to US-based model Fancy Acholonu had been called off.
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