Popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has reportedly died after battling kidney cancer.
A source within the Nollywood industry, who requested anonymity, disclosed that the actor was rushed to the hospital on Monday after his health condition reportedly worsened.
According to the source, Ekubo had been dealing with serious health complications linked to kidney cancer for some time before his death.
He was said to have passed away on Tuesday afternoon after spending several hours on life support.
The development has sparked shock and sadness among fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry.
Concerns about the actor’s wellbeing had intensified in May 2025 after he disappeared from social media for several months, leading to widespread speculation about his health.
A review of his social media pages shows that his last public post was made on December 30, 2024.
As of the time of filing this report, no official statement had been issued by his family or management team regarding the reported death.
