Tributes Honor Nollywood Actor Alexx Ekubo Following Recent Passing

His absence from social media and public appearances in recent months had raised alarms among fans and colleagues alike. The last update shared by Ekubo on his social media accounts dates back to December 2024.

Tributes Honor Nollywood Actor Alexx Ekubo Following Recent Passing
West-Africa Adam Omar May 13, 2026 1 min read
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Tragic news has emerged from the Nigerian film industry as beloved Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has passed away at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer.

His absence from social media and public appearances in recent months had raised alarms among fans and colleagues alike. The last update shared by Ekubo on his social media accounts dates back to December 2024.

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Alexx Ekubo captivated audiences with his performances in a variety of romantic comedies and dramatic films, including noteworthy titles such as Ladies Ganga, Accidental Affair, Almajiri, Torment, Devil in Agbada, Aina, Lagos Cougars, Gold D, Death Toll, and Undercover Lover.