Lagos: Ify Ekubo, the sister-in-law of the late actor Alexx Ekubo, has shared her grief and disappointment following his untimely demise. The actor reportedly passed away on Monday, May 11, at a Lagos hospital after complications related to kidney cancer.
According to Ghana Web, Ify expressed her struggle to accept the loss of Alexx, lamenting the fact that he left without saying goodbye to those who loved him. She shared that Alexx had promised to return her call after they spoke shortly before his birthday, a promise that was never fulfilled. Ify wrote, 'Ikebobo m!!!! Chaiii!!! Words fail me!!! You didn't do well this time around. I hope you're seeing this message. Look how the world is hurting. You left without saying goodbye.'
Ify also disclosed that they had plans to meet in Houston in June, which were abruptly disrupted by his death. She expressed her frustration and sadness over the unfinished matters between them, stating, 'We had a lot to finish up!! Plans for June in Houston! Ikebobo you did this to me! I am upset! I am not happy Ikenna!'. You told me you will call me back after our phone conversation before your birthday. So that was it?!'
Additionally, Ify highlighted Alexx's significant role in her children's lives, describing him not only as an uncle but also as a mentor and elder brother figure. She conveyed their deep sense of loss, saying, 'You were a mentor to my children and their elder brother. They miss you! They miss their uncle. This is not fair!'