Fans and peers also shared archival photos of Duru from his iconic days as Ahanna in the Nollywood classic Rattlesnake, rendering prayers for his wife and remaining children.

By Ado Oyeyemi Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Thursday inaugurated a 344-member campaign council for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, but the event was marked by the absence of several prominent All Progressives Congress leaders, including Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, and the party’s 2026 governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji. [...]

By Ado Oyeyemi The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has arrested two suspects in Nigeria over separate cybercrime investigations, including an international investment fraud scheme involving more than $2.4m in suspected criminal proceeds. The arrests were made during Operation Serengeti III, a multinational crackdown on cybercrime that involved law enforcement agencies from 21 countries between [...]

The federal government has added 544 megawatts of wheeling capacity to the Kano power grid following the commissioning of four transmission substations in the state. The Federal Ministry of Power, through the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), carried out the projects in partnership with the Kano State government. The new capacity is located at Walalambe, […]

The family of veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has announced his passing in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026. According to a statement shared via his official verified Instagram page, Francis Duru, the actor, died after a brief illness. The statement read: “We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his passing […]

Salawa revealed that her health challenges began after the loss of her child and worsened to the point that she could barely walk and could not work for some time.

The family of the late elder statesman and nationalist, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti has announced the funeral arrangements for the former leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, who died at the age of 100. The arrangements were made public in a statement issued on behalf of the family by Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, Secretary to […] Fasoranti’s family announces burial arrangements for late Afenifere leader

The federal government has put the Kaduna–Zaria–Kano standard gauge railway project at approximately 90 per cent completion, identifying outstanding land acquisition and compensation issues in Kaduna metropolis as a major obstacle to completing the remaining connection to the Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor. The permanent secretary, Federal Ministry of Transportation, Engr. Funso Adebiyi disclosed this during an […]

Unless their demand is met, organised labour, led by Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given federal government four days ultimatum to meet workers demand or face consequences. There will be nationwide strike from October 27 if government fails to address workers’ demands. This was made known on Thursday by the Acting General Secretary, Comrade Benson […]

A spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council, Alwan Hassan has alleged that many ministers in Nigeria pay billions of naira to secure appointments. Hassan made the allegation on Thursday while responding to questions in an interview on Arise Television's 'Prime Time'. According to him, the practice is not new and is […] Ministers pay billions to be appointed - APC campaign spokesman, Alwan Hassan alleges

Veteran singer and Waka music icon Salawa Abeni has recalled how President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came to her aid during a difficult period marked by illness, bereavement and financial struggles. Abeni shared the experience while celebrating 50 years of performing on stage, reflecting on the challenges she faced after losing one of her children. According [...]

Francis Duru disclosed that he returned to church the day after his son's burial and conducted a service.

Veteran Nigerian actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57, his family has announced. The family disclosed his death in a statement shared on the actor’s official Instagram page in the early hours of Friday, saying he passed away after a brief illness. “We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his [...]

President of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN), Dr. Aliyu Ajayi Badaki, has called for a new framework for tourism growth anchored on clear-cut institutional responsibilities, appropriate regulation, and sustained professional development. The post FTAN president canvasses institutional roles, professional development to unlock Nigeria’s potential appeared first on Tribune Online.

The veteran actor's reported death follows months of speculation about his health and comes two years after the devastating loss of his 15-year-old son. The post JUST IN: Veteran Nollywood Actor Francis Duru Dies at 57 After Brief Illness appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

"We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his passing following a brief illness. We appreciate your prayers, love, and understanding. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen," the statement read.