President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, at 57, describing it as a painful loss to the Nigerian film industry and the creative community.
This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Friday in Abuja.
Tinubu extended his condolences to the actor’s family, colleagues, fans and the Nigerian film industry, acknowledging his contributions to the growth and development of Nollywood.
The President said veteran actors such as Duru played important roles in shaping the industry’s artistic identity, nurturing emerging talents and projecting Nigerian stories, culture and values to audiences at home and abroad.
He noted that the contributions of artists, who devoted their lives to entertaining, educating and inspiring society would endure long after their passing.
Tinubu said Duru’s contributions would remain part of Nollywood’s rich history and Nigeria’s cultural heritage.
The President prayed for the peaceful repose of the actor’s soul and asked God to grant his family, friends, colleagues and admirers the strength to bear the loss.
He reaffirmed his administration’s recognition of the contributions of the arts and entertainment industry to national development, cultural preservation and Nigeria’s global image.
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