Francis Duru’s family unveils funeral arrangements

The family of the recently deceased Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, has made known their intentions to bury him, with funeral activities set to occur in Abuja and in his home town in Imo State.

The information was released via a statement on the official Instagram handle of the actor on Monday, signed by the actor’s sister, Anthonia Chenyi, and his first son, Ebuka Duru.

According to the family, a service of songs will be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at Family Worship Centre, Idris Gidado Street, Wuye, Abuja, beginning at 5pm.

The statement also announced that a second service of songs would take place on Thursday, December 10, at the late Pa Theophilus Ogide Duru’s family compound in Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano, Imo State.

The burial and interment will follow on Friday, December 11, at the same location.

“Service of songs in Abuja on Wednesday, 25th November 2026 by 5:00 PM at Family Worship Center, Idris Gidado Street, Wuye.

“Service of songs in Imo State on Thursday, 10th December 2026 at the late Pa Theophilus Ogide Duru’s Family Compound, Okai, Eziama, Isiala Mbano. Followed by funeral and interment on Friday.

Recall that the 59-year-old actor died October 22, 2026, after his battle with an undisclosed illness.