The family announced his passing in a statement shared on his official Instagram page on Friday, October 23, expressing gratitude to fans and well-wishers for their prayers and support.
Duru began his acting career in 1989 and rose to prominence for his memorable portrayal of Ahanna in Amaka Igwe’s 1995 classic, Rattlesnake.
His death marks the loss of a respected figure whose performances helped shape Nigerian cinema and touched generations of film audiences.
May his soul rest in peace, and may his family, friends and colleagues find strength in this difficult time.
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