Actress Angela Okorie Under Fire for Burning Outfit Worn to Alexx Ekubo’s Burial
Nollywood actress and singer Angela Okorie has come under heavy social media criticism after sharing a video showing her burning the outfit she wore to the burial of her late colleague Alexx Ekubo, sparking debate over grief, superstition, and online behaviour.
The 40-year-old actress had attended Ekubo’s burial on Thursday, June 18, in Arochukwu, Abia State, following his death from metastatic kidney cancer.
In a video posted on her Instagram Story on Sunday, Okorie showed the outfit being set on fire, saying the decision was based on advice from a spiritual authority figure.
She wrote, “This is the outfit I wore to Alex’s burial.”
She added, “My Godmother said it’s not good to have the cloth you wore to a burial around you, you burn them. So family and friends take note, I felt I should share this information, may the Lord keep and bless us with long life, amen.”
The video later spread to X, formerly Twitter, where many users criticised the act, describing it as unnecessary and attention-seeking.
Some users questioned why she chose to burn only the outfit while still retaining other items worn to the burial, including accessories.
One user, #missy_ada2, wrote, “She kept the bag, shoes, wig and jewellery though. Selective burning.”
Another, #dejay_kiss, said, “What about the wig, sunglasses and jewellery she wore there, her Godmother didn’t include that in the conversation?”
Others argued that posting the video online undermined the sensitivity of the occasion, with some suggesting it was done for clout.
#Blackjoeoti wrote, “You can burn it without coming online to tell us, so this is very sensitive. How the family and close friends of Alex see it will be totally different; it doesn’t make any sense to me.”
On Facebook, critics also weighed in, with some mocking the idea of extending the practice to all funeral attendees.
Alphonsus Uwa said, “So all the church members who attend funerals with church uniforms should be burning their uniforms after each funeral they attend? SMH.”
However, a few users defended Okorie, saying the practice may be rooted in cultural or spiritual beliefs, even if sharing it publicly was questionable.
Elizabeth Funmilola wrote, “In my own opinion, she is right… but on the other hand, we learn every day.”
As of the time of filing this report, Okorie had not issued any further response, while the video continues to generate heated debate across social media over privacy, grief etiquette, and celebrity conduct.
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