Alex Ekubo, one of Nigeria’s most loved romantic movie stars, has died at the age of 40 after reportedly battling kidney cancer.
According to Nigerian media reports, Ekubo had been struggling with the illness privately after being diagnosed in 2024, a development that reportedly led him to withdraw from social media and public life.
Fans had recently been questioning his disappearance from online platforms, where he had remained inactive for a long period.
The actor was widely known for his roles in movies such as In the Cupboard and Hire a Woman, where he became popular for his performances in romantic films.
Many fans also remember him from Johnny by Yemi Alade, in which he appeared in the hit music video.
His reported death has shocked fans across Africa, with tributes pouring in on social media from movie lovers and fellow entertainers.