Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli is honouring her late friend and colleague, Alex Ekubo.
Newsunplug reported on Wednesday that the actor’s body had arrived at his father’s compound at Arochukwu, Abia State. A Wake-keep was held for him, with Ini Edo, IK Ogbonna, Mike Godson, Omoni Oboli, Ayo Makun, and many others in attendance.
On Thursday, June 18th, the actor was finally laid to rest amidst tears.
Taking to her Instagram page, she expressed gratitude to God for the success of his funeral. Omoni announced that in Alex’s memory and to honour his legacy, she is releasing her movie, The First Lady, and donating the proceeds to his family.
Omoni noted how Alex came, saw and conquered. She said he will forever be in her heart and affirmed her love for him.
“We’ve laid our bestie Alexx to rest in the glory of God. Thank you, Jesus!
In his memory and to honour his legacy, I am releasing our movie THE FIRST LADY on Omoni Oboli TV on YouTube by 5pm. The proceeds will go to the family, so please help us share widely.
Love you all so much, besties
Alexx Ekubo! You came, you saw! You conquered! You are forever in our hearts, bestie. Love you forever
PS: Made this video in the morning before leaving for the funeral. It was both a beautiful and very sad event”.
