Faces at the burial of Alex Ekubo in Abia State

Author: AyobamiPublished on: June 18, 2026Country: Nigeria

Culture & Entertainment

Faces at the burial of Alex Ekubo in Abia State

The remains of late actor Alex Ekubo arrived in Abia State for his burial rites. The ceremony took place in Arochukwu, drawing family, friends, colleagues and admirers. His death sent shockwaves through Nigeria's entertainment industry, with tributes pouring in from fellow actors and fans.

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