Tinubu Mourns Nollywood Veteran Francis Duru
President Bola Tinubu has mourned veteran actor Francis Duru, describing the reported loss as painful for Nollywood and Nigeria’s creative community. In a condolence message, the President praised the contributions of veteran actors to the growth of the film industry. He said their work helped shape Nigerian storytelling, preserve culture and mentor emerging talents. Tinubu prayed for comfort for Duru’s family, friends, colleagues and admirers. He also reaffirmed his administration’s recognition of the creative sector’s role in national development and Nigeria’s global image.
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