Recent online sources claim that the spouse of deceased Nollywood star Alex Ekubo, Anwuli Amakom Ekubo, is pregnant.
The rumor arose while funeral proceedings were taking place in Alex Ekubo’s native Arochukwu, located in Abia State.
Traditional Leader References Pregnancy During Prayer
Sources indicate that before the burial, the actor’s body was paraded through his hometown and paused at the palace of Arochukwu’s traditional ruler.
While offering prayers for the departed actor, the traditional ruler allegedly asked that Alex’s lineage persist and disclosed that he had heard the actor’s wife was expecting.
He further prayed for the unborn baby and wished that the child would surpass his father’s achievements.
Claim Awaits Official Confirmation
As of this report, the actor’s family has not issued any statement verifying the pregnancy rumor.
Nonetheless, the remarks made during the prayer have ignited online conversation, with numerous netizens sending well‑wishes and prayers to the bereaved family.
Wife Gains Public Attention During Memorial Services
Recently, public focus turned to Alex Ekubo’s wife as her background became a topic of conversation during the actor’s memorial events.
Sources describe her as Anwuli Amakom Ekubo, who works as an executive in Nigeria’s energy industry.
At a memorial song service held in his honor, prayers were also lifted for her health and fortitude as she grieves her husband.
A social media post showed the actor’s remains stopping at the palace of the Eze of Arochukwu, where prayers were offered for his soul.
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