Reports indicate that she made this known while speaking at the Global Citizen NOW event held in New York, where she reflected on her childhood experiences.

According to her, many Nigerian children grow up dealing with constant power shortages, and she was no exception.

She explained that her grandmother was a trader who sold tomatoes and pepper, but they often had to sell quickly because there was no electricity to preserve the goods, a situation that affected the family’s income and daily routine.

Ayra Starr also noted that the lack of steady electricity made studying at home difficult, especially during hot weather when basic comforts like fans were unavailable.

In her view, access to reliable power would have greatly improved her learning environment and overall upbringing.

She used the platform to call on African leaders to address electricity challenges across the continent, stressing that children need basic infrastructure like stable power to thrive.

She said: “Every Nigerian child has faced some type of electricity issues. My grandma used to sell tomatoes and pepper and I used to assist her. We had to sell it quickly because we didn’t have electricity to store them.

“The harsh experience made me who I am today. Because I had to find ways to do what I had to do without the comfort of electricity.

“Growing up, having electricity would have made a big difference. If I came back from school and I had AC or even a fan in the heat while doing my assignments, that would have made a big difference.”

Reports indicate that the actress shared the update on Instagram, revealing that she joined close friends and colleagues in visiting Alexx’s home, where they spent time with his wife and reflected on memories of the late actor.

She noted that the gathering was deeply emotional, with moments of grief mixed with laughter as those present recounted Alexx’s personality, his impact, and the memories they shared with him while he was alive.

According to Uche Jombo, Alexx Ekubo lived a very intentional life and was known for careful planning and meaningful relationships. She said attendees spoke about the lessons, conversations, and love he shared with them over the years.

She added that she believes the late actor is now at peace and free from suffering, while reassuring his wife that she would continue to receive support from his close friends and colleagues.

In her words, she described the moment as both painful and comforting, noting that even in grief, there was a sense of celebration of the life he lived.