‘Alex Ekubo wasn’t going to glory’ – Daddy Freeze defends wearing black to actor’s funeral
Media Personality Cites Oversight in Backlash Over Dress Code at Service for Late Actor
LAGOS — Media personality Daddy Freeze addressed controversy during an Instagram live session following criticism of his attire at the service of songs for the late actor Alex Ekubo. The event took place on June 10, 2026, in Lagos, where attendees were instructed to wear white, as noted on the invitation.
Daddy Freeze and his wife attracted attention for wearing black instead, prompting backlash from observers. While acknowledging that he did not follow the specified dress code, he attributed the oversight to a failure to notice the details on the invitation.
“I was wrong to have gone with black, but I honestly did not see that part of the invite,” he stated. “My eyes did not go there.”
In the face of ongoing criticism, Daddy Freeze expressed his feelings about Ekubo’s untimely death, asserting that the actor was “too young to die” and emphasizing the sense of loss. “He was not going to glory; he was a tragic loss until we were able to wrap our head around that,” he noted.
He further reflected on cultural dress codes, explaining that in his region of Nigeria, black is traditionally worn at funerals. “I just thought that we were mourning,” he said, adding that he felt the service was not appropriate for a celebration and expressed sorrow over the circumstances surrounding Ekubo’s death.
Daddy Freeze’s remarks included a reflection on the societal reaction to youth mortality, juxtaposing Ekubo’s age against the accomplishments of historical figures who passed young. “Yes, I agree that he has gone to a better place, but I just don’t agree that he needed to go now,” he stated, reinforcing his conviction that Ekubo had more to achieve in life.
The discourse highlights differing perceptions of mourning and celebration within Nigerian culture, igniting discussions about expectations during memorial events. As such reactions continue to unfold, Daddy Freeze expressed regret for any offense he may have caused but reiterated his perspective on the significance of Ekubo’s legacy.
