"Yemi Alade Honors Alexx Ekubo: 'Thank You for Blessing Our Screens'"

Yemi Alade (Nigerian singer and songwriter)

Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has paid tribute to late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, following news of his death on Tuesday, 12 May.

His family revealed that he passed away following a battle with advanced kidney cancer. They have requested privacy and prayers as they grieve this profound loss.

Yemi Alade shared a thoughtful message about the actor. She reminded her fans that Alexx played the famous character Johnny' in her 2014 breakout hit. She credited him with helping her find huge success early in her career.

The 'Johnny' music video became a massive success across the world. In it, Alexx played a charming man who broke hearts and made empty promises to many different women.

In real life, Alexx Ekubo is a very active actor and is doing well! If you saw a report saying otherwise, it is likely a "death hoax," which unfortunately happens often on social media.

‎Yemi Alade on her Instagram posted,

‎”Words Fail Me, But Proposes And God Disposes.

‎’Thank You for blessing our screen with your talent and grace.

‎”Thank you for impacting my life and the lives of many around us”.

Since news broke of Alexx’s death, many celebrities have shared their shock. They have described the passing of the 40-year-old actor as a sudden and devastating loss.