Late Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo was on Thursday laid to rest in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State, amid an outpouring of grief from family members, friends, colleagues and admirers.
Photos from the burial ceremony captured emotional moments as mourners gathered to pay their final respects to the actor, whose death shocked Nigeria’s entertainment industry and beyond.
The funeral rites drew relatives, community leaders, industry stakeholders and well-wishers, many of whom described Ekubo as a talented actor whose contributions helped shape the growth of Nollywood.
Scenes from the ceremony showed solemn tributes, prayers and heartfelt reflections on the life and legacy of the late screen star as he was committed to mother earth.
Since news of his passing broke, tributes have continued to pour in from fellow actors, filmmakers and fans across the country, celebrating his achievements, charisma and impact on the Nigerian creative industry.
Though gone, mourners said Ekubo’s legacy will live on through his body of work and the memories he created both on and off the screen.
