Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze, has spoken up in apology over his all-black outfit worn to the all-white Service of Songs for Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo. In typical Daddy Freeze style, he blended personal reflection, cultural critique, and religious commentary, stirring up more controversy. Mofe Duncan didn’t let it slide by him.
In honour of Alexx Ekubo, who passed away in May 2026 at age 40 from metastatic kidney cancer, an all-white Service of Songs was held on June 10, 2026. The dress code was requested by the family, but surprisingly, Daddy Freeze walked in with his partner, both wearing all-black outfits, which caused some people to rage.
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Daddy Freeze’s Mixed Apology
Apologising on an Instagram Live session, Daddy Freeze explained that he simply missed the dress code. He noted that he has bad eyesight and that the dress code was not written boldly enough for him to have noticed it. Daddy Freeze later showed that even his sunshades had bioptic lenses attached to them. Again, in his defence, he added that on getting the e-invitation, all he was after was the date.
“I did not know I had to scroll down to the corner to see the dress code was white. It was hidden down somewhere.”
He further explained that he followed traditional mourning norms, which favour wearing black for young, untimely deaths in his cultural background. With this, he added:
“For me, I don’t see what they were rejoicing… It was a tragic loss… Yes, I was wrong to have worn black, but I honestly did not see the invite; my eyes did not go there. I didn’t believe a Service of Songs has a dress code… where I come from, na black or traditional (outfit) dem dey wear go funeral. I don’t understand the white. If I had gone to a funeral where they wore white, I would understand they wear white.”
The apology didn’t come alone; it came with criticism of the service. He described it as feeling more like a high-energy concert than a sombre reflection. He specifically called out performances by Pastor Nathaniel Bassey (with his trumpet) and Mercy Chinwo.
He therefore left early because, according to him, he expected hymns and softer worship.
Mofe Duncan’s Polite Education
Nollywood actor Mofe Duncan isn’t one to always speak on controversial matters, but this time, he did.
He fired back with a firm but respectful Instagram response. He reminded Daddy Freeze that the night “wasn’t about you.” His reply highlighted that Freeze’s commentary shifted the focus from honouring Alexx to centring his own expectations and opinions.
Duncan emphasised that the Service of Songs was a celebration of Alexx’s life and deep love for worship, not a traditional, sombre funeral. He also noted that, contrary to what Daddy Freeze said, hymns like “Blessed Assurance,” which made him cry, were sung.
“With all due respect, Sir… the night wasn’t about you or anyone else but ALEXX…HYMNS were sung, Sir. Not once… Not twice. I’m guessing you didn’t arrive early, because I personally cried during the rendition of BLESSED ASSURANCE.”
Duncan presented his response as that of an objective observer who typically avoids unnecessary commentary. However, he said he felt compelled to speak out and “educate” others when he believed someone had crossed the line.
However, his pointed remark, “May people not walk out on your own night of tributes,” resonated widely, with many accusing Freeze of “main character syndrome” and disrespecting the family’s wishes.
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