Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has mourned the death of Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo, expressing sadness over the tragic incident.
DAILY POST had earlier reported that Alex, who was rushed to the hospital on Monday, died after a prolonged battle with liver cancer.
The actor passed away on Tuesday afternoon after spending hours on life support.
Reacting to the tragic news via her Instagram handle, she wrote: “Hmmmmm. Rest in peace, Alex.
“I really tried to reach out to see you one more time, but I guess you knew best. May your kind soul rest in peace, Alex. Ore mi, as you fondly called me, I will always remember and cherish the good times we shared together. REST IN PEACE, ALEX,” she said.
Funke Akindele reacts to death of Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo
The much-anticipated historical epic, King Kosoko, The Battle for Lagos, has premiered in Lagos, bringing together traditional rulers, cultural custodians, Nollywood stars and other distinguished guests for a night dedicated to history, heritage and Yoruba culture.
The world premiere was held on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at IMAX Cinema, Lekki, ahead of the film’s nationwide cinema release scheduled for Friday, August 28.
Produced by Teqsus Studios, the premiere featured a red-carpet gathering of prominent figures from the traditional institution, the Nigerian film industry and the wider cultural community.
The presence of traditional rulers, high chiefs and representatives of the Kosoko royal family further highlighted the historical and cultural importance attached to the production.
King Kosoko, The Battle for Lagos tells the story of Oba Kosoko and one of the most significant periods in the history of Lagos.
The film explores the political struggles surrounding Lagos, its relationship with the Benin Empire, competition over trade and influence, as well as the wider impact of external forces during the colonial era.
The production also examines the intersection of regional politics, trade and the transatlantic slave trade while portraying the struggle to preserve Yoruba identity and the sovereignty of Lagos.
At the centre of the story is Oba Kosoko, whose leadership, political strategy and resistance to opposing forces are portrayed against a backdrop of rivalry, betrayal and shifting alliances.
Directed by Adebayo Tijani, the film was produced by Ayo Ajayi and Segun Ololo Kosoko, with Marc Adebesin serving as co-producer.
The ensemble cast includes Femi Adebayo, Tina Mba, Odunlade Adekola, Femi Branch, Jide Kosoko, Yinka Quadri, Dele Odule, Gabriel Afolayan, Adeniyi Johnson, Sola Kosoko, Aisha Lawal and Kola Ajeyemi, among other performers.
The filmmakers described the project as a celebration of heritage and leadership, designed to bring an important chapter of Lagos history to contemporary audiences through cinematic storytelling.
Following the successful Lagos premiere, King Kosoko, The Battle for Lagos will open in cinemas across Nigeria on August 28, giving audiences an opportunity to experience the historical drama and its portrayal of one of Lagos’ defining royal conflicts.
Dele Odule, a veteran Nigerian actor, has disclosed that he once priced his own casket.
He stated this while discussing his dark moments during an interview with Feelright TV.
Recounting the incident, Dele Odule who explained that he took the decision in his moment of despair, said he was accompanied by his colleague, Olaiya Igwe.
“I had priced my own casket before, when I was in a state of hopelessness, and complete loss of hope. Olaiya Igwe went there with me. Olaiya started crying like a baby.
“I wasn’t sick, I just believed I can no longer have breakthroughs in the industry. I was fed up. Because all my school mates are doing far better than me and my life was nothing to write home about,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Dele Odule began his acting career in the 1970s and rose to fame in 1993 following his role in “Ti Oluwa Nile”, a classic Yoruba movie.
Nollywood actress, Doris Ogala, has been arrested amid ongoing controversy with popular Lagos based pastor, Chris Okafor.
Doris was arrested on Saturday night
during a livestream with an online personality known as Aunty Adunni.
The actress raised the alarm amid the livestream when the police reportedly invaded her house and made their way into her room.
The interviewer, in a trending video online, asked, “The police are in your house?”
The actress answered, “Yes, the police are in my house.”
DAILY POST recalls that Doris Ogala had a week ago dragged Chris Okafor, who is the founder of the Grace Nation Bible Ministry, for failing to fulfill a marriage promise after eight years of their intimate relationship.
She called out the pastor while reacting to the viral video of his marriage proposal to another woman.
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