Francis Duru: Family Announces Funeral Arrangements for Veteran Nollywood Actor

The family of veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has announced funeral arrangements to celebrate his life and give him a final farewell.

The arrangements were disclosed in a statement shared on the actor’s official Instagram page on Monday, November 2, 2026, under the title “Forever in Our Hearts.”

According to the family, funeral activities will begin with a Service of Songs and Tributes on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at 5 p.m. The ceremony will take place at the Family Worship Center, Idris Gidado Street, Wuye, Abuja.

A second Service of Songs and Tributes will be held in Imo State on Thursday, December 10, 2026, at the family compound of the late Pa Theophilus Ogide Duru in Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano.

The final funeral rites, including the burial and interment of the actor, have been scheduled for Friday, December 11, 2026, at the same family residence.

The family further announced that additional Services of Songs would be organised by various branch bodies and associations across different states to allow more people to pay their last respects to the late actor.

Francis Duru, aged 59, reportedly died on October 22, 2026, after battling an undisclosed illness.

His death has been a major loss to the Nigerian movie industry, where he established himself as one of the familiar faces of Nollywood through his years of contribution to film and television productions.

His work also earned him recognition among movie lovers across Africa, including Ghana, where Nollywood films have enjoyed a strong following over the years.

As the family prepares to lay him to rest, colleagues, friends, fans and admirers are expected to come together to celebrate his life and honour his legacy in the entertainment industry.

Source: Adomonline