The late Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, will be buried in Imo State on December 11, 2026, his family has announced.\n<\/p>\n
The family disclosed this in a funeral announcement shared on the actor\u2019s official social media page on Monday, outlining activities to honour his life and legacy.\n<\/p>\n
According to the announcement, a service of songs will be held in Abuja on Wednesday, November 25, at the Family Worship Centre, Idris Gidado Street, Wuye, at 5pm.\n<\/p>\n
Another service of songs will take place on Thursday, December 10, at the late actor\u2019s family compound in Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano, Imo State.<\/p>\n
The funeral and interment are scheduled for Friday, December 11, in Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano.<\/p>\n
The family described Duru as \u201ca cherished husband, father, brother, uncle and friend\u201d, adding that his memory would remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cThough our beloved Chief Francis Duru has taken his final bow, his memories will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
The family also thanked those who had supported them since his death, saying their kindness, prayers, calls and messages had been a source of strength.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cSleep well, Chief Francis Duru. You may have gone ahead of us, but you will forever remain in our hearts,\u201d the announcement added.\n<\/p>\n
The funeral notice was signed on behalf of the family by his son, Ebuka Duru, and sister, Anthonia Chenyi, n\u00e9e Duru.\n<\/p>\n
PUNCH Online had reported that the veteran actor died at the age of 57 following a brief illness.\n<\/p>\n
His family announced his death on his official Instagram page on October 23.\n<\/p>\n
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