The family of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has announced his funeral arrangements, with burial scheduled for June 18, 2026, in Arochukwu, Abia State.
In a statement shared on the actor’s official Instagram page on Monday, the family said Ekubo, who died on May 11 at the age of 40, will be honoured with a series of funeral rites expected to be attended by relatives, colleagues, fans and well-wishers.
The statement, signed by Mazi Alex Oji Ekubo Okwaraeke on behalf of the Ekubo-Okwaraeke family, described the late actor as a man whose life was defined by “love, warmth, generosity, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to God and the people he cherished.”
The family also expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support and condolences received since his passing.
“The overwhelming outpouring of love, prayers, messages, visits, calls, support, and strength shown to the family during this painful period has been truly humbling,” the statement read in part.
According to the funeral programme, a service of songs will be held on June 10 at The Monarch Event Centre in Lekki, Lagos, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., with guests expected to be dressed in white.
A wake keep is scheduled for June 17 at the family residence in Aziukwukwa, Ujari Village, Arochukwu, while the funeral service and interment will take place on June 18 in Arochukwu. A reception will follow at Mary Slessor School, Amanagwu Village.
Ekubo’s death has continued to generate tributes across the Nigerian film industry, with colleagues and fans mourning the loss of the actor on social media.
The family had earlier revealed that he died at Evercare Hospital following complications from advanced metastatic kidney cancer, after a brief but courageous battle with the illness.
Born in Port Harcourt and originally from Arochukwu, Abia State, Ekubo rose to fame after finishing as first runner-up in the 2010 Mr. Nigeria pageant before fully transitioning into acting.
He went on to feature in several Nollywood films, including Weekend Getaway, The Bling Lagosians, Omo Ghetto: The Saga, and Áfàméfùnà: An Nwa Boi Story.
