Alexx Ekubo’s family announce his passing, reveals cause of de@th

The family of actor, Alexx Ekubo, have announced his passing. In a statement released, the family mentioned that he passed away in a Lagos hospital due to complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer on May 11.

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The family of popular Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has officially announced his passing at the age of 40. 

According to a formal statement released by the family, Ekubo passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at a private hospital in Lagos due to health complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer. 

In the statement, the family remembered the award-winning actor as a cherished husband, son, brother, and friend. They requested privacy from the public and the media during this profoundly difficult time. The family added that specific details regarding funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course

Read the statement below

From the Family of Alexx Ikenna Ekubo-Okwaraeke

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Son, Brother, and Friend, Alexx Ikenna Ekubo-Okwaraeke

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After a brief but courageous battle, Alexx passed away at Evercare Hospital due to complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer.

 

Throughout this difficult journey, he bore his pain with remarkable strength, unwavering faith, and enduring hope, believing that one day his testimony would be shared with the world.

 

During this deeply painful time, we humbly ask for privacy and prayers for the peaceful repose of his soul, and for all who mourn this immense loss.

 

Further details regarding funeral arrangements and other family matters will be communicated in due course.

 

We sincerely thank everyone for the love, support, prayers, and understanding extended to the family throughout this period.

 

— For The Family of Alexx Ikenna Ekubo-Okwaraeke”