Nigeria: Nollywood stars pay last tribute to Alexx Ekubo

Author: lebledparle.comPublished on: June 11, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Nigeria: Nollywood stars pay last tribute to Alexx Ekubo

A wake for Alexx Ekubo (full name Alexx Ekubo Ikenna Okwaraeke) was attended by numerous Nollywood celebrities, including Ike Ogbona, Nancy Isime, Ruth Kadiri, Ini Edo, Kate Henshaw, Funke Akindele, Stan Nze, Lateef Adedimeji, and artist Chike. Tributes highlighted his generosity, sincerity, and values. His death sparked deep emotion in Nigeria and beyond.

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