Francis Duru

Francis Duru (born August 27 1969) is a Nigerian actor who in 2007 received the United Nations Ambassador of Peace award for his positive influence on the youths.[1][2] In 2010 Duru was appointed as the interim president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria[3] and also in the same year was nominated for Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards.

Francis Duru
Duru in 2019.
Born
Francis Ogide Duru

(1969-08-27) 27 August 1969
Cameroon
NationalityNigerian
Alma materUniversity of Port Harcourt
OccupationActor
Years active1989-Present
Children4

Early life and education

In 1969[4] Duru was born in Cameroon to Nigerian parents who hail from Imo State a south eastern geographical location of Nigeria. He received both primary and secondary school education in Cameroon but in order to obtain a B.Sc. degree, he moved to Nigeria where he applied to the University of Port Harcourt in Rivers State and was accepted as an undergraduate to study Theatre arts. In 1996 he obtained a B.Sc. degree in Theatre Arts.[5][1]

Career

Duru debuted into the Nigerian movie industry in 1989 with a movie titled Missing Mark. The movie was directed by the now deceased director; Ndubuisi Oko. Duru’s feature in the movie did not do enough for his career as at the time he was still regarded as an up and coming actor.

Duru became more prominent in the Nigerian movie industry in 1994 after featuring in an action comedy movie titled Rattle Snake[6][5] a movie produced by Now deceased director; Amaka Igwe.[7] He played a significant role of a character called Ahanna.[8][9]

Award

Duru was a recipient of the United Nations Ambassador of Peace award for his positive influence on the youths.[5]

Humanitarian works

Duru has worked extensively with local and foreign non governmental organizations (NGOs) in order to ensure that African Children have a better education and a higher standard of living. According to a Nigerian reputable print media called the Vanguard,[3] Duru has worked with UNICEF, USAID, LEAP AFRICA and COMPASS.[3]

Personal life

Duru and his wife Adokiye got married in 2003 and both have four children together. Duru and Adokiye both attended the University of Port Harcourt.[10]

Selected filmography
  • Stigma (2013)
  • Home In Exile (2010)
  • Nnenda (2009)
  • Always Mine (2009)
  • Breaking Heart (2009)
  • Entanglement (2009)
  • Bless My Soul (2008) as Emeka
  • Lumba Boys (2008)
  • One On One (2008)
  • Worst Enemy (2008)
  • Laviva (2007)
  • Final War (2007)
  • Gods Of No Mercy (2007)
  • Great Ambassadors (2007)
  • House In Crisis (2007)
  • Love And Likeness (2007)
  • Persecution (2007)
  • Rhythm Of Love (2007)
  • Royal Grandmother (2007) as Azubuike
  • Short Of Time (2007)
  • Silent Whispers (2007)
  • Total War (2007) as Pastor Henry
  • Warriors Of Satan (2007)
  • Will Of God (2007)
  • Clash Of Interest (2006)
  • Forces Of Nature (2006)
  • My Girl Friend (2006)
  • My Little Secret (2006)
  • Personal Assignment (2006)
  • Soul Engagement (2006)
  • Soul Engagement II (2006)
  • Soul Engagement III (2006)
  • Sound Of Love (2006)
  • Sound Of Love II (2006)
  • Sweet Sound (2006)
  • Sweet Sound II (2006)
  • Tears From Holland (2006)
  • Tears From Holland II (2006)
  • Upside Down (2006)
  • Upside Down II (2006)
  • Without Apology (2006)
  • Without Apology II (2006)
  • Rattle Snake (1994)
  • Missing Mark (1989)

References
  1. "Francis Duru 5 things you should know about "Mama Sunday" actor". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 2019-12-09.
  2. Aikomo, Oluwamuyiwa (2019-07-27). "Actor Francis Duru Celebrates 50th Birthday". Nollywood Alive. Retrieved 2019-12-09.
  3. "I'll act Majek better than Fashek - Francis Duru". Vanguard News. 2010-11-05. Retrieved 2019-12-09.
  4. Aikomo, Oluwamuyiwa (2019-07-27). "Actor Francis Duru Celebrates 50th Birthday". Nollywood Alive. Retrieved 2019-12-09.
  5. Published. "Young actors more interested in fame not talent –Francis Duru". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2019-12-09.
  6. "Flash Back Friday! Flash Back To Movie 'Rattle Snake". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 2019-12-10.
  7. "Amaka Igwe would forever be remembered for creating some interesting characters that would even outlive her. They include: Peaceful Peace, Chief Fuji, Alika (all of Fuji House of Commotion). There are also Nduka, Bennie, Akpan and Barry Hughes. Anne Hasthrope (Checkmate), Segun Kadiri and Ahanna (Rattlesnake). | Encomium Magazine". Retrieved 2019-12-10.
  8. "Francis Duru Top 5 films of the talented actor". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 2019-12-10.
  9. Willie, Akwaowo (2018-04-12). "Throwback Thursday: 'Rattlesnake', Nollywood's First Action Movie". Connect Nigeria. Retrieved 2019-12-10.
  10. "On my wedding day, I went to church without shoes — Francis Duru". Vanguard News. 2019-02-24. Retrieved 2019-12-09.
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