Daddy Freeze Explains Why He Walked Out of Alexx Ekubo’s Service of Songs, Criticises Mercy Chinwo’s Performance

Media personality Daddy Freeze has revealed why he left the service of songs held in honour of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, criticizing the style of worship performance delivered by gospel singer Mercy Chinwo during the event.

Speaking on the incident, Daddy Freeze argued that the atmosphere of the memorial gathering did not reflect the solemn mood typically associated with a service of songs or funeral tribute. According to him, the event gradually took on the feel of a musical concert rather than a reflective occasion dedicated to mourning and celebrating the life of the deceased.

He specifically questioned the choice of songs performed during the programme, stating that memorial services should focus on calm, comforting, and spiritually uplifting music capable of helping grieving family members and friends process their loss.

According to Freeze, the energetic nature of some of the performances created an atmosphere he considered inappropriate for the occasion.

The broadcaster maintained that a service of songs should provide an opportunity for sober reflection, prayer, and remembrance, rather than becoming a platform for high-energy musical displays.

Daddy Freeze also raised concerns about the involvement of multiple guest artists who reportedly led worship sessions during the programme. He suggested that traditional memorial services are better suited to hymns and other solemn forms of worship that help maintain a respectful and serene environment.

In his view, the emphasis at such gatherings should remain on honouring the deceased and comforting mourners rather than creating an atmosphere similar to that of a concert or praise event.

While acknowledging the talents of the performers, he insisted that the nature of the occasion should have guided the selection of songs and the overall tone of the programme.

His comments have since sparked conversations on social media, with some Nigerians agreeing that memorial services should remain solemn and reflective, while others defended contemporary worship styles and argued that celebrations of life can take different forms depending on the wishes of the family and organisers.

The debate has also reignited discussions about changing trends in funeral ceremonies, church services, and memorial events, particularly regarding the balance between mourning, celebration, and worship.