Veteran Nollywood actress, Uche Jombo, has opened up about meeting with the wife of late Nigerian actor, Alexx Ekubo, following his heartbreaking passing.
In a post shared on her Instagram page on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, Jombo reflected on the mix of emotions she experienced as she sat with Alexx Ekubo’s wife and others, reminiscing about the life and memories of the late actor.
She wrote:
“As we sat around your wife today talking about you, through the tears came heavy laughter and I looked around and said … this is so Alex. Thank you brother for the memories, lessons, conversations and love!”
The Nollywood star went on to praise Alexx Ekubo for being intentional about keeping his private life away from the spotlight, adding that his absence would be deeply felt.
She also expressed gratitude to God, saying she was thankful that the actor had finally found peace.
Jombo added:
“Because I know how much of a planner you are and how intentional you are, I can say you did it YOUR WAY! Everything else is noise. Our hearts are breaking but I know you are free from pain, and left with a smile. I thank God for your life , for your peace with him in the end. I’m sure you already know we got her! Love you and miss you Ikuku,”
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Here are the following reactions to Uche Jombo’s post
@akpatalorita said: “God pls I pray that she’s pregnant,I don’t know how but let there be Alex Ekubo Junior on the way. I might sound weird but I can only pray, hope that such will come to pass. I am so happy he was married, I cried tears of joy hearing his married n hoping that what I wished for has already come to pass. Amen.”Â
@oyinespecialfish commented: “Am at peace knowing he found love and in those times he didn’t show up here he was loved up rightly and getting closer to God Hmmmm Each time i remember death cos we all owe it but what are my last deeds? and what would people say when i die?”Â
@adaoraukoh commented: “Am still in denial of this news but as day go by reality of it all hits me with every post. How do one say Goodbye?”Â
@j_funmi wrote: “I pity the mother and this siblings that are so clingy to him, he plays with them so much , God how would they be feeling now.”
@sidonienjonji said: “I know deep down me his wife is blessed and carrying his replica in Jesus name.”Â