A Nigerian lady has shared her observation about the physical toll that the death of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has taken on his close friend, Francis Nwaogwugwu Udochukwu, the CEO of Vintage Deluxe Interiors in Lagos.
Vintage Interiors Boss Praised for Support
The Vintage Interiors boss has been widely praised on social media for his visible support to Alexx's family and his role in ensuring the success of the actor's funeral rites. However, a lady identified as Decy Maru on Facebook stated that Alexx's death has caused the businessman immense pain and has visibly affected his physique.
Lady's Observation on Weight Loss
In a Facebook post on June 17, Decy Maru shared a picture of the Vintage Interiors boss at one of the funeral events. Vintage wore a black top with his late friend's picture and name, having paid a heartfelt tribute to Alexx in ThisDay newspaper. Decy claimed that Alexx's death has not only caused him great pain but also led to weight loss. She wrote: "Alex's death has genuinely caused Vintage so much pain, see how much weight he lost, a friend indeed."
Alexx Ekubo's Burial
Alexx Ekubo was buried on Thursday, June 18, at his family residence at 7, Ekubo-Okwaraeke Avenue, Aziukwukwa, Ujari Village, Arochukwu, Abia State. The burial followed a funeral service at Mary Slessor School Field, Amanagwu Village, attended by celebrities including Nancy Isime, Ini Edo, Omoni Oboli, Pretty Mike, Sosoberekon, Funnybone, Angela Okorie, Nons Miraj, and Venita Akpofure.
Emotional scenes unfolded as mourners struggled to hold back tears. A video captured the moment Alexx's remains were lowered into the ground, while another showed his widow, Anwuli Amakom, pouring sand into his grave, triggering emotional reactions online.
In a related story, Alexx Ekubo's uncle shared his opinion about IK Ogbonna during a tribute at the burial. The actor died on May 11 after battling advanced metastatic kidney cancer.
