Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo is dead

Popular actor Alex Ekubo passes away at 40

Popular Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo has passed away after a long battle with cancer.Reports confirmed on Tuesday evening, that the award-winning movie star

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Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo is dead

Famous Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, is dead. A Nollywood source, who does not wish to be named, informed our correspondent that  Alex was rushed to the hospital on Monday. The source said the actor had been battling kidney cancer The actor passed away on Tuesday afternoon after spending hours on life support. Alex was rumoured to be suffering from serious health issues in May 2025 after months of social media disappearance. A check by DAILY POST…

Popular Nollywood Actor Alex Ekubo Reportedly Dead at 40

Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has reportedly died at the age of 40, according to multiple reports circulating within Nigeria’s entertainment industry. News of his passing emerged on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, after several Nollywood stars took to social media to mourn the actor and celebrate his contribution to the film industry. Among the celebrities who reacted to the development were renowned actress Funke Akindele, actor Bolanle Ninalowo, a…

"I really tried" - Funke Akindele breaks silence on Alex Ekubo's passing - Newsy People

Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has emotionally reacted to the reported demise of fellow actor Alex Ekubo due to prolonged battle with cancer. Taking to her Instagram page, the actress expressed pain and heartbreak as she reflected on their conversations and the unanswered messages she sent to him before his passing. “I really tried to reach out to see you one more time, but guess you knew best. May your kind soul rest in …

Nollywood mourns as actor Alexx Ekubo dies at 40

Nollywood mourns as actor Alexx Ekubo dies at 40 The Nigerian film industry, nollywood mourns the death of actor Alexx Ekubo, aged 40, after a prolonged illness. Voice Media Trust (VMT NEWS) reports that news of the actor’s passing surfaced on Tuesday, with multiple media reports stating that he died after battling cancer related complications. […] The post Nollywood mourns as actor Alexx Ekubo dies at 40 appeared first on VMT News.