The late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo’s last moments have been discussed by well-known Nigerian comedian AY Makun, better known by his stage name AY.
On Monday, May 11, 2026, Alex Ekubo passed away in a Lagos hospital following a protracted fight with cancer.
After receiving a stage four liver cancer diagnosis in 2024, Alex received a liver transplant.
His liver failed once more in 2026, and he passed away from complications just hours after being put on life support.
Comedian AY, who was at the hospital, shared on Instagram that Alex was grinning when he took his final breath.
“Some losses do not feel real no matter how many times you try to process them. Still struggling with the reality that you are gone, Alex.
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From the laughter to the conversations, the random moments, the brotherhood, and all the memories we shared in this industry. This one hurts deeply.
“I was there. I saw you still smiling even in death. I saw the tears from friends and family. And honestly, a part of me is still in shock. Rest well my brother. You will be remembered beyond the lights, the cameras, and the fame”, AY wrote.
Also, Alex Ekubo’s friend, Godwin Nnadiekwe, revealed that Alex prepared his will before his death.
Godwin wrote on his Instagram story “Alex Ekubo. To think you already prepared your will, It’s a heartbreak I can’t quite describe. Rest well, my friend.”
The devastating loss is believed to have left family, friends, and loved ones utterly saddened.
One of the most lucrative and varied actors in modern African cinema, Alex Ekubo is mainly recognised for his parts in Nollywood romantic comedies and dramas.
In 2020, he was named one of the “Most Influential People of African Descent Under 40″ by the United Nations for his contributions to entertainment and social development across the continent.
