Arise News · May 12, 2026
Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo and other Nollywood stars mourn Alex Ekubo following reports confirming actor’s death Tuesday.
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Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo and other Nollywood stars mourn Alex Ekubo following reports confirming actor’s death Tuesday.
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Arise News is a Nigerian world news channel. It has studios in New York City, London, Johannesburg, Abuja and Lagos. The channel features African, US and European content. It is operated by Arise Broadcasting Ltd., which is owned by Nigerian media mogul Nduka Obaigbena.
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Alex Ekubo-Okwaraeke was born 10 April 1986 in port Harcourt. He isa native from Arochukwu Abia State. He is a Nigerian actor and model. He was first runner up at the 2010 Mr Nigeria contest. He won the Best Actor in a Supporting Role award at the 2013 Best of Nollywood Awards for his role in the Weekend Getaway.
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