Francis Duru: Family Announces Funeral Dates, Sets December 11 For Burial

The family of late Nollywood actor Francis Duru has announced plans to lay him to rest on December 11, 2026, in his hometown of Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano, Imo State.

The funeral arrangements were announced in a statement shared on the actor’s official Instagram page on Monday, outlining activities to honour his life and contributions to the Nigerian film industry.

According to the announcement, the funeral activities will begin with a Service of Songs and Tributes on Wednesday, November 25, at the Family Worship Centre, Idris Gidado Street, Wuye, Abuja.

The event is scheduled to begin at 5pm.

The family also announced that a second Service of Songs would hold on Thursday, December 10, at the family compound of the late Pa Theophilus Ogide Duru in Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano, Imo State.

The burial and final interment will take place at the same location on Friday, December 11.

The funeral notice was signed by the actor’s son, Ebuka Duru, and his sister, Anthonia Chenyi, on behalf of the family.

Describing the late actor as a cherished husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, the family said his memories would remain with those who knew and loved him.

“Though 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,” the statement read.

The family also expressed appreciation to friends, colleagues, fans and well-wishers for their prayers, messages and support since his death.

Duru died at the age of 57 following a brief illness. His family announced his death on October 23, 2026.

The veteran actor gained widespread recognition for his role as Ahanna in the 1995 Nollywood film, Rattlesnake, produced by the late Amaka Igwe.

He began his acting career in 1989 and went on to feature in several Nigerian films during his more than three decades in the entertainment industry.