A somber gathering intended to honor the life of the late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo was marred by an unsettling wave of thefts, leaving attendees distraught. Among those affected was popular actress Susan Peters, who has taken to social media to express her shock and frustration after her expensive iPhone 16 Pro Max was stolen from her bag during the emotional service of songs held in Lagos.
A Solemn Tribute Turns Sour
The Monarch Event Centre in Lagos played host to the service of songs for Alexx Ekubo, who tragically passed away on May 11, 2026, at Evercare Hospital. The event drew a large crowd of family, friends, and colleagues from the entertainment industry, all dressed in white as a symbol of peace and remembrance. Notable personalities like Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, and Stan Nze were among those who gathered to pay their last respects to the beloved actor.
Susan Peters’ Painful Discovery
What should have been a moment of collective mourning took a distressing turn for Susan Peters. In a detailed post on her Instagram, the actress revealed that her white iPhone 16 Pro Max, which also housed her crucial foreign contact number, had been brazenly taken from her personal bag. Her public outcry not only highlighted her personal loss but also unveiled a disturbing pattern of theft that plagued the event.
A Plea and a Warning to the Thieves
Peters’ message to the culprits was clear and urgent. “Just return it please,” she pleaded, emphasizing the advanced traceability of modern smartphones. “It will be traced so don’t bother selling it too, because everyone will enter trouble, please just return it.” Her stern warning underscored the potential repercussions for anyone attempting to sell or keep the stolen device, suggesting a comprehensive effort to recover it.
“How Can People Steal At Such An Emotional Event?”
The depth of the issue became even more apparent as Peters disclosed that her experience was far from isolated. “After the preaching yesterday, how do people come to such an emotional event and still have the guts to steal?” she questioned, referring to the spiritual messages shared during the service. She further lamented, “Even after all Jerry Eze preached?” The actress revealed that a shocking “over ten phones” were reported stolen at the event, raising serious concerns about security and the audacity of those who would exploit a moment of grief for personal gain. This widespread occurrence casts a shadow over what was meant to be a dignified farewell, prompting a wider conversation about safety at large public gatherings.