Alex Ekubo: “4 silent signs cancer may be growing in your body” – Doctor
Nigerian medical doctor and health influencer popularly known as Aproko Doctor has reacted to reports surrounding the alleged cancer-related death of Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo.
In a video shared online, the doctor used the moment to educate Nigerians about cancer awareness and the importance of paying attention to warning signs in the body.
Aproko Doctor Shares Emotional Story
While speaking in the video, Aproko Doctor recalled the story of a young man he knew during his school days who later discovered he had stage 3 cancer.
According to him, the young man had already started experiencing serious symptoms before seeking medical attention.
The doctor also narrated how people mocked the patient after chemotherapy caused hair loss and changes in his appearance.
He explained that the young man became extremely thin while quietly battling severe pain and undergoing treatment.
Four Silent Cancer Signs Mentioned
Using the story as an example, Aproko Doctor highlighted four major signs of cancer that many people often ignore.
According to him, the warning signs include:
- Persistent tiredness
- Unexplained weight loss
- Changes in physical appearance linked to illness
- Pain that refuses to go away
He said: “If this guy had known the signs early enough that he was always feeling tired, the unexplained weight loss, the pain that will not go away maybe he would have gone to the hospital sooner.”
“Cancer Is a Silent Thief”
In the caption accompanying the video, the doctor described cancer as a “silent thief” that often leaves clues before becoming deadly.
He wrote:
“Cancer is a silent thief, but it leaves clues.
“It’s hard to wrap our heads around the loss of a light like Alex Ekubo. It’s a reminder that this is a conversation we must continue to have.
“If this video prompts even one person to check a symptom or schedule a screening, then the message has done its job. Please, watch this, and don’t forget to share it with everyone you know.”
Netizens Reactions
The video has since generated reactions online, with many Nigerians thanking Aproko Doctor for creating awareness about cancer and early detection.
Some users also shared personal experiences about loved ones who battled cancer, while others urged people to take persistent health symptoms seriously and seek medical help early.
See below;
Cancer is a silent thief, but it leaves clues.
It’s hard to wrap our heads around the loss of a light like Alex Ekubo. It’s a reminder that this is a conversation we must continue to have.
If this video prompts even one person to check a symptom or schedule a screening, then… pic.twitter.com/B2EgOKfisi
— Dr. Chinonso Egemba (@aproko_doctor) May 13, 2026