Breaking: Tinubu speaks as Nollywood loses another veteran actor

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru, who died at the age of 57.

The president, while praying for the repose of the soul of the deceased, extended his heartfelt condolences to the Duru family, colleagues in the Nigerian film industry and the entire creative community over the loss of the celebrated thespian.

The veteran actor, known for his iconic role in the movie ‘Rattlesnake’, passed away following a brief illness. His death has prompted tributes from across the industry, with many mourning the loss of a talented performer who contributed significantly to the growth of the Nigerian film sector.

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