BBNaija star and actress Bambam was left inconsolable on a movie set after receiving the devastating news of Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo’s passing. The emotional moment, captured on video, has gone viral and touched many hearts across the industry.
The former Big Brother Naija housemate, whose real name is Oluwabamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan, was filming at an eatery when someone informed her of Alex Ekubo’s death. She immediately broke down in tears, unable to continue with the shoot.
Alex Ekubo passed away on May 11 or 12, 2026, at Evercare Hospital after a courageous battle with advanced metastatic kidney cancer.
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He was 40 years old. His family confirmed the sad news, describing how he bore his pain with “remarkable strength, unwavering faith, and enduring hope.”
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Bambam’s raw reaction highlights the close bonds within the Nigerian entertainment industry and the heavy toll of losing a colleague so suddenly. Many who saw the video expressed understanding, noting that the news hit hard even for those who did not know him personally.
One commenter, Funmi Adetayo, observed:
“She was struggling to hold back the tears. I’m sure she will tear up completely when she finally leaves the set.”
Another user, XYN, shared:
“I don’t know him personally, but I cried hot tears… He is really resting now.”
A third reaction from Christabel Vitalis read:
“NGL, I cried too. I just hope he’s resting peacefully in the other place.”
The video of Bambam’s breakdown serves as a painful reminder of how deeply Alex Ekubo’s death has affected his colleagues. As tributes continue to pour in from across Nollywood, Bambam’s emotional response reflects the shock and grief many are feeling following the untimely loss of a talented and charismatic star.