Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has died at the age of 40, with colleagues across the Nigerian film industry mourning his passing in emotional tributes shared online.
News of the actor’s death was confirmed on Tuesday by some of his close associates and fellow actors, including Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo and Godwin Nnadiekwe.
Reacting to the development on her Instagram story, Funke Akindele wrote, “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.”
Bolanle Ninalowo, who is currently in the United States, also paid tribute to the late actor on social media.
He wrote, “Rest on, Alex. May God heal your family and us all.”
Actor Godwin Nnadiekwe described the news as devastating, saying he struggled to come to terms with the loss of his colleague and friend.
According to him, “I’m struggling to find the words. This news has truly broken me. Nollywood has lost a rare soul, and I’m lost for words because this wasn’t the plan, Alex Ekubo. To think you already prepared your Will It’s heartbroken, I can’t quite describe. Rest well, my friend.”
As of the time of filing this report, the family of the late actor had yet to issue an official statement regarding the circumstances surrounding his death.
Alex Ekubo was widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s most recognisable actors, known for his roles in romantic dramas, comedy productions and television projects that earned him popularity among movie audiences across Nigeria and beyond.
Erizia Rubyjeana
