Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has paid a heartfelt tribute to his late colleague, Francis Duru, describing him as a consummate actor who has left the stage.
In a post shared on his Instagram page on Friday, Kanayo mourned the loss of one of Nigeria's finest talents.
Kanayo described the late actor as one of the most flexible and prolific performers the country ever produced.
He expressed his grief, wishing his "brother" eternal rest.
He wrote:
"A CONSUMMATE ACTOR HAS LEFT THE STAGE. One of the most flexible, prolific performers Nigeria ever produced. Rest in Peace my brother."
The Nigerian Voice recalls that Francis Duru passed away following a brief illness. The sad news was announced in a statement shared on his official Instagram page on Friday, where his family expressed their sorrow while confirming his demise.



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