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The burial ceremony was attended by close friends, family and colleagues who all travelled from far and near to wish him a final farewell.

Members of the Nollywood industry have paid their final respect to late Nollywood actor, Alexx Ekubo who was laid to rest in his hometown in Abia state,

The burial ceremony was attended by close friends, family and colleagues who all travelled from far and near to wish him a final farewell.

The actor, Alex Ikenna Ekubo Okwaraeke, died at the age of 40 after battling advanced kidney cancer. While speaking during the ceremony, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, who represented Abia state governor, Alex Otti, described Alexx as an outstanding ambassador who projected the image of Abia State.

“The news of Alex’s passing came as a profound shock. Today, we mourn not merely an actor, brother and friend, but a creative force, a cultural ambassador and a proud son of Arochukwu whose talent brought honour to Abia State and Nigeria,” he said.

The cleric also urged his family members and loved ones to draw strength from the legacy Ekubo left behind.

Alexx Ekubo’s wife paying her respects

Nollywood pays final respect to Alexx Ekubo in Abia (PHOTOS)