Source: Africa Publicity
The family of Nollywood actor, Alexx Ekubo, has disclosed that he died after battling stage 4 kidney cancer.
In a statement released via his Instagram page, his family revealed that he died in a hospital from complications related to “advanced metastatic kidney cancer” after what they described as a “brief but courageous battle” with the illness.
Metastatic kidney cancer, also known as stage 4 kidney cancer, occurs when cancer cells spread from the kidney to distant parts of the body, most commonly the lungs, bones, liver, or brain.
The family disclosed that he kept his illness away from the public while remaining hopeful and believing he would eventually overcome the disease and share his experience.
According to the family, he was married before his death, describing him as a “beloved husband”.
“From the Family of Alexx Ikenna Ekubo-Okwaraeke. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Son, Brother, and Friend, Alexx Ikenna Ekubo-Okwaraeke,” the statement reads.
“After a brief but courageous battle, Alexx passed away at Evercare Hospital due to complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer.
“Throughout this difficult journey, he bore his pain with remarkable strength, unwavering faith, and enduring hope, believing that one day his testimony would be shared with the world.”
