Trending Now - Nollywood Actor Alexx Ekubo Passes Away at 40

WHO:

BBC News - Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo

Sportskeeda - Alexx Ekubo's family and children mentioned in context of his passing

WHAT:

BBC News - Alexx Ekubo was recognized for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.

Sportskeeda - Ekubo's family described his battle with advanced metastatic kidney cancer.

BBC News - Alexx Ekubo died at the age of 40.

Sportskeeda - Ekubo was dealing with multiple health issues and had suffered from cancer, which led to his death.

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - Alexx Ekubo died on Tuesday, May 12.

WHY:

Sportskeeda - The cause of death was linked to multiple health issues stemming from cancer.

HOW:

Sportskeeda - Ekubo's health issues were described as multiple, indicating a complex medical condition leading to his demise.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 21:23 UTC)

Alexx Ekubo has been honored for his significant contributions to the entertainment industry and his humanitarian efforts. His family has shared that he is currently battling advanced metastatic kidney cancer. This recognition comes at a critical time as he faces this serious health challenge.

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(UPDATED May 13, 2026 13:43 UTC)

Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo has passed away at the age of 40, with his family and children mentioned in the context of this tragic news. His death was linked to multiple health issues, including a battle with cancer that ultimately led to his demise. The complexities of his medical condition have been highlighted as contributing factors to his passing on Tuesday, May 12.