Nollywood Actor Francis Duru Opens Up About The Loss Of His Son And His Marriage

Nigerian actor Francis Duru has spoken publicly about the devastating loss of his 15-year-old son last year.

In an interview with Punch, Duru shared how the tragedy has changed his perspective on life.

Duru also reflected on his marriage, which has lasted for over 20 years.

When asked about the secret to his successful marriage, he said:

“I met my wife in school. She was a fresher (100 level student) while I was graduating from Uniport. We were friends till we got married; there was no pressure. Marriage comes with a grace, and when a man feels he is ready, he should pray for that grace. However, people are not taking into cognisance that there so many celebrity marriages that are flourishing. They only see the ones that are breaking, and that is a disservice to the creative industry. We need a balance.”

Regarding the loss of his son, Duru shared:

“It has deepened my perspective and outlook on life. It made me understand that I am just a mere custodian and caretaker for my family. They all belong to God. But in the midst of the loss, my faith in God and my love for Him never dropped. Rather, it was amplified.”

When asked how he keeps the spark alive in his family after such a tragedy, Duru responded:

“I strive to make sure everyone is on course by giving my best time and effort. As the head of the family, one is a priest, caretaker and provider. One has to live up to the responsibilities, knowing that each time one is not there, things could go wrong.”