A 2017 throwback post by late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo honouring his “mother,” Mrs Jane Ekubo-Okwaraeke, has resurfaced online, reigniting discussions about his family background following recent claims that she may not have been his biological mother.
Alexx Ekubo’s Heartfelt Tribute Resurfaces
The post, originally shared on Instagram, featured a lengthy tribute in which Alexx praised Mrs Jane Ekubo-Okwaraeke for her sacrifices and unwavering support. “Dear Mum, how do I begin? Do you even realise how amazing you are to me? You've been my Rock, my Shield, my prayer warrior, my Voltron, keeper of all my secrets, the one who constantly pushes me to be a better person, my number one ‘Otimkpu’ (Town Crier),” he wrote.
Alexx recalled moments during his university days when she stood by him, including an incident where a student event he organized was nearly ruined by rain. “Oh, Mummy, I remember during my University days, I had invested my all in organising a student show, it started raining heavily, & no one was in attendance. Who did I call to cry to? My mum, who was thousands of miles away, & you cried with me; suddenly the rain stopped, & students were able to move freely to attend,” he recounted.
He also vowed to fulfil a childhood promise of buying her a car and house, describing her as his “Angel.” “Baybee’m, don’t worry, I’ll still buy you that Car & House & all the nice things in Life I promised you when I was 7 years old, because promise is a Debt,” he added.
Allegations Fuel Speculation
The resurfaced post comes amid allegations by a relative that Mrs Jane Ekubo is not Alexx’s biological mother, and that his two younger siblings often seen on social media were adopted by her. The claims have stirred emotional reactions online, with many revisiting Alexx’s heartfelt tribute.
Netizens reacted strongly to the post. Henrietta Nwosu commented, “These people are not serious. The Chioma that they said is not close, was it not the same lady that made that ‘Give me my money video with Alex, step-mother and step-siblings? They are obviously fighting for his properties.”
Angel Uchechukwu Okonkwo said, “He made a promise to this woman when he was just 7, 7!!! And he fulfilled that promise before he turned 40. This is Alex's mother that we know. Whatever the Ekubo family is scheming right now won't hold water.”
Blessing Ibemere added, “Alex knew all these and wrote his will before his demise. They've checked and nothing for them.” Joy Umoren noted, “The problem is many people don’t know that motherhood is beyond giving birth, it is a call to responsibility ranging from love, sacrifice, strength and nurturing.”
Alexx Ekubo’s Sister Speaks Up
Legit.ng earlier reported that late actor Alexx Ekubo’s elder sister Chioma broke her silence days after her brother’s burial. A throwback video showed the siblings dancing together at a family function as she poured her heart out. This came after a relative alleged troubling details surrounding his death.
