One of the biggest talking points from the final burial of Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, which held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in his hometown of Arochukwu, Abia State, has been a claim that his wife may be expecting his child.

The comment was made when Alex’s remains made a brief stop at the palace of the Eze Aro of Arochukwu. The statement came from an individual at the ceremony who some said was the traditional ruler, though a popular actress, Victoria Inyama, later clarified in an Instagram comment that he was a representative of the Eze Aro of Arochukwu.

During his remarks, the man in question prayed that Alex’s lineage would not come to an end. He further stated that there were reports that the actor’s wife was pregnant and expressed hope that the child would achieve even greater exploits than the father.

The video, which went viral online, has generated mixed reactions on social media. While some people said they would be genuinely happy if the claim turned out to be true, describing it as a final gift from the late actor, others questioned why such personal information was shared publicly.

Some commentators argued that Alex would likely have preferred such news to remain private, adding that the circulation of the video was unnecessary.

Meanwhile, amid the emotional atmosphere of the burial rites, the actor’s widow, Anwuli Ekubo, was seen in a visibly sombre mood. Dressed in a white outfit complemented by a nose mask and sunglasses, she quietly observed the proceedings.

Her composed yet grief-stricken appearance drew sympathy from mourners, many of whom described the ceremony as deeply emotional and reflective of the actor’s private but impactful life.

Speaking at the somber event Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Caleb Ajagba, described Ekubo’s death as a monumental loss to Abia State, the Nigerian entertainment industry and millions of his fans worldwide.

Otti noted that the late actor was more than an entertainer, describing him as a cultural ambassador who projected the image of Abia State and Nigeria to the global stage.

“The news of Alex’s passing came as a profound shock. Today, we mourn not merely an actor, brother and friend, but a creative force, a cultural ambassador and a proud son of Arochukwu whose talent brought honour to Abia State and Nigeria,” he said.

Preaching at the funeral service, the lead pastor of Streams of Joy International, Umuahia, Eno Eze, urged the living to focus on building enduring legacies, stressing that the true measure of life is not its length but its impact on others.

She challenged mourners to live purpose-driven lives marked by positive influence and service, noting that people are ultimately remembered for the values they uphold and the lives they touch.

In a related development, actress and filmmaker, Omoni Oboli, stated that proceeds from ‘The First Lady’, the first movie she shot with Alex will be donated to his family. While many applauded her action, some also described it as “insensitive”, claiming that she should have waited until after the ceremony before making such an announcement.

Guests at the event include Ayo Makun, Obi Cubana, Omoni Oboli, Ini Edo, Pretty Mike, Stan Nze, Nons Miraj, IK Ogbonna, Yomi Casual, among others.

Alex, who passed away on May 11, 2026, was laid to rest following a series of funeral events that began with a service of songs in Lagos and continued with a wake in Arochukwu before the final interment. (PUNCH)

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