A Delta State government aide, Ossai Ovie, criticizes actress Omoni Oboli after she announces the release of a film in which late actor Alexx Ekubo appears. According to the reports, the aide argues that the timing of the release—soon after Ekubo’s burial—disrespects the funeral process and suggests an attempt to use the late actor’s death for financial gain.
Both outlets describe the aide’s position as strongly worded, with reference to the idea that “a funeral is not a launch event,” implying that promotional release schedules are inappropriate immediately after a burial. The coverage also frames the dispute as a public response to Oboli’s tribute effort, focusing on whether releasing the film so soon is appropriate.
The articles do not provide details of Oboli’s response in the excerpted summaries, nor do they present additional perspectives beyond the aide’s condemnation. The reports therefore center on the criticism itself and the controversy over the film’s release timing relative to Ekubo’s death.
