In a profoundly moving moment during the homecoming and burial rites for Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo in Arochukwu, Abia State, the traditional ruler, Eze Aro, publicly acknowledged reports of the late actor’s widow’s pregnancy.
Amid an atmosphere thick with grief, the monarch’s heartfelt prayer brought tears and renewed hope as he declared that the child she carries “will do exploits more than his father.”
He prayed for the safe delivery of the baby and a remarkable future, noting that if the father achieved great heights, even dining with presidents, this child would surpass him. The ruler also asked God to ensure Ekubo’s lineage does not end.
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Alexx Ekubo, aged 40, passed away on May 11, 2026, after battling advanced metastatic kidney cancer. Known for his charm and versatile roles in movies such as Weekend Getaway and Lagos Cougars, he had kept his family life private. He quietly married Anwuli (Anuli) Amakom Ekubo around 2023–2024, and the family confirmed he was a devoted husband.
Eyewitness accounts and videos from the wake-keeping show Anwuli grieving alongside friends like IK Ogbonna, with observers noting her pregnancy. While the immediate family has not issued a direct public confirmation, the Eze Aro’s words, based on news that reached the palace, have brought comfort and celebration on social media
