Heartbreaking Scenes As IK Ogbonna Stands Speechless, Unable to Look Away From Alexx Ekubo’s Photo
- IK Ogbonna was captured in a viral video looking "broken" as he visited the family home of the late Alexx Ekubo following the actor’s death
- Alexx’s family released an official statement on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, confirming he died at Evercare Hospital from complications of advanced metastatic kidney cancer.
- The actor, who passed away on May 12 at age 40, reportedly kept his cancer battle a secret even from his closest celebrity friends
The reality of Nollywood star Alexx Ekubo’s passing has hit home for his closest associates, particularly his "brother" and best friend, IK Ogbonna.
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In a deeply emotional video shared by comedian MC Mbakarah on May 13, 2026, IK was seen standing in the Ekubo family home, visibly devastated as he stared silently at a mounted photograph of the late actor.
The visit follows the heartbreaking official announcement from the Ekubo-Okwaraeke family. In a statement posted to Alexx’s Instagram page, they revealed that the "Johnny" star had been fighting Stage 4 kidney cancer.
"After a brief but courageous battle, Alexx passed away at Evercare Hospital due to complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer," the family shared.
They noted that Alexx bore his pain with "remarkable strength and unwavering faith," hoping his journey would one day serve as a testimony.
Watch the photos in the Facebook post below.
Tributes pour in for Alexx Ekubo
The family home has become a site of pilgrimage for Nollywood and Ghallywood stars alike. High-profile celebrities including Jackie Appiah, Nadia Buari, and Yvonne Nelson have shared touching tributes online, describing Alexx as a "rare soul" and a "perfect gentleman".
While his death has triggered immense grief, it has also sparked questions.
Rapper Morachi recently called out Alexx’s inner circle, including IK Ogbonna and Yomi Casual, for staying silent about his illness, though sources close to the actors insist that Alexx himself insisted on absolute privacy regarding his diagnosis.
Source: YEN.com.gh
