Veteran Nollywood Actor Francis Duru Is Dead

Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57 following a brief illness, his family announced Friday.

“We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his passing following a brief illness,” the family said in a statement, expressing gratitude for the public’s support.

“We appreciate your prayers, love, and understanding. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.”

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Abubakar Yakubu, President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), also confirmed the death in a Facebook post.

“Another great thespian is gone. Rest in peace, Francis Duru,” Yakubu wrote.

Duru began his acting career in 1989 and became widely known for his role as Ahanna in Rattlesnake, the 1995 film produced by the late filmmaker Amaka Igwe.

He is survived by his wife, Adokiye, and children.

More details later.

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Jimisayo Opanuga is a web writer in the Digital Department at News Central TV, where she covers African and international stories. Her reporting focuses on social issues, health, justice, and the environment, alongside general-interest news. She is passionate about telling stories that inform the public and give voice to underreported communities.