I am still longing for Alex Ekubo’s calls - Mother

Evangelist Mrs. Jane Mmerechi Ekubo-Okwaraeke, the mother of the late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, has shared a deeply emotional tribute to her son, weeks after his passing. In the pamphlet distributed at his funeral in Arochukwu, Abia State, she expressed her continued longing for his calls, conversations, encouragement, and prayers.

Describing him as her "joy and pride," she wrote, "Chief Ikuku Oma, thank you for being my joy and my pride. I am still longing for your calls, chats, care, unconditional love, your gist, your encouragement, your advice, our corporate prayers, and our praise and worship sessions."

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Chief Ikuku Oma, thank you for being my joy and my pride. I am still longing for your calls, chats, care, unconditional love, your gist, your encouragement, your advice, our corporate prayers, and our praise and worship sessions.

She fondly recalled him as an "exceptional son," emphasizing his unique qualities and the joy he brought to those around him. "My beloved son, you were EXCEPTIONAL. Yes, you were different in all that you did. I never doubted your judgment or your views. You were a priceless gift, an amazing son whose life brought joy, laughter, and pride to everyone who knew you," she wrote.

While acknowledging the profound pain of his loss, she found solace in the impact he made during his lifetime. "Losing such a precious son is a pain beyond human understanding, and my heart aches deeply. I will forever cherish the beautiful memories we shared. You remain forever treasured in my heart," she stated.

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My beloved son, you were EXCEPTIONAL. Yes, you were different in all that you did. I never doubted your judgment or your views. You were a priceless gift, an amazing son whose life brought joy, laughter, and pride to everyone who knew you.

The grieving mother also highlighted Ekubo's strong Christian faith, recalling his words that introducing him to Jesus was the greatest gift she ever gave him. "Thank God your life on earth was dedicated to serving God, impacting lives, loving others, and spreading the Gospel. You were never ashamed of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ," she affirmed.

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Thank God your life on earth was dedicated to serving God, impacting lives, loving others, and spreading the Gospel. You were never ashamed of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

She remembered his words of encouragement during difficult times: "You were always lifting my hands whenever I was weak. You would say, ‘Sweetheart, jide obi gi aka. Remember, God is beautiful in all situations. Be strong and courageous, great woman of God. JEHOVAH BU EZE.’"

Alexx Ekubo passed away on May 11, 2026, at the age of 40, following complications from advanced metastatic kidney cancer after what his family described as a "brief but courageous battle."

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You were always lifting my hands whenever I was weak. You would say, ‘Sweetheart, jide obi gi aka. Remember, God is beautiful in all situations. Be strong and courageous, great woman of God. JEHOVAH BU EZE.’