Stanley Ontop Clears Air on Alex Ekubo’s Absence


  • Nollywood actor Stanley Ontop has confirmed the health status of his colleague, Alex Ekubo.
  • Naija News reports that thespian Ekubo has been absent from social media since December 30, 2024, leading to speculations of serious illness.
  • Stanley Ontop dismissed the rumour of Ekubo’s whereabouts on Instagram, stating that he is in good health and doing well.

Nollywood actor Stanley Ontop has addressed growing concerns about the health and wellbeing of his colleague, Alex Ekubo, who has been noticeably absent from social media.

Ekubo’s last post was on December 30, 2024, sparking speculation that he may be battling a serious illness. However, Stanley has now refuted such claims, assuring fans that the actor is in good health.

In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Stanley explained that Ekubo decided to step away from both work and social media due to the overwhelming negativity he was facing online.

Stanley Ontop wrote; “If you all remember in February I posted his picture and was asking about him. @alexxekubo is very fine and he’s doing great.

“He just took time from social media and work. The media was too toxic on him so he decided to give you guys some space. Alex is good 100

Alex is coming back to this media strong and happy. Alex is not sick as being circulated by some mischievous elements. Alex we await your return. Depression is real”, he said.