Alexx Ekubo is a multifaceted Nigerian individual who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Not only is he an accomplished actor, model, motivational speaker, compere, producer, and entertainer, but he is also widely recognized for his role as "Johnny" in the popular Yemi Alade song, which has garnered over 90 million views on YouTube, making it the most-watched music video from Africa.
Throughout his career, Alexx Ekubo has received numerous awards and accolades, including being the 1st Runner Up in the MR NIGERIA contest in 2010, which served as a springboard for his mainstream movie career in Nollywood. Additionally, he holds a law degree from the University of Calabar and a diploma in Mass Communication from Calabar Polytechnic, Nigeria.
Born in Port Harcourt, River State, Nigeria, Alexx Ekubo is the second of four siblings, with two sisters and a brother. His parents, Jane Ekubo, a fashion designer and businesswoman, and Mazi Alex Ekubo, a petroleum marketer, have played a significant role in shaping his life.
Growing up, Alexx Ekubo has had the opportunity to experience life in various Nigerian cities due to his father's job requirements. He is fluent in Hausa and Igbo languages, a testament to his exposure to different cultures and languages.
Alexx Ekubo's educational background is equally impressive, having attended K.Kotun nursery and primary school in Lagos and Federal Government College Daura in Katsina State before pursuing his LL.B Law degree at the University of Calabar, which he completed in 2008.
