By Monsurat Abisoye
Nollywood actors, gospel musicians, and several dignitaries on Wednesday, June 10, gathered at the Monarch Event Centre in Lekki, Lagos State, for the service of songs in honour of the late Alex Ekubo.
The solemn event attracted a wide range of prominent figures, including former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili. Prominent clerics such as Pastor Ituah Ighodalo and Pastor Jerry Eze ministered at the service, alongside gospel artistes including Peterson Okopi, Ebuka Songs, Moses Bliss, Mercy Chinwo, and the Laud Urban Choir.
The ceremony was also attended by a host of Nollywood stars and entertainers, including Funke Akindele, Dayo Amusan, Kate Henshaw, Omoni Oboli, Nancy Isime, Ini Edo, Blessing Nze, Ruth Kadiri, Ike Ogbonna, Stan Nze, Kunle Remi, Mike Godson, comedian AY, Yomi Casual, Frank Edoho, Cubana Chief Priest, Kcee, E-Money, Chike, and Nambam, among others.
According to reports, Alex Ekubo died on May 11, 2026, at a Lagos hospital after battling advanced kidney cancer.
He is scheduled to be laid to rest on June 18, 2026, in his hometown of Ujari Village, Abia State.