Francis Duru’s emotional tribute to Olu Jacobs resurfaces weeks after his own death

A post shared by veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has resurfaced online, stirring deep emotions among fans and followers. The timing has made it particularly poignant; Duru himself passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, just weeks after writing the tribute that is now circulating widely across social media. The post in question was a farewell message to veteran actor Olu Jacobs, who died on September, 16, 2026, after a prolonged battle with Lewy body dementia. In it, Duru reflected on the impact Jacobs had on his career and on Nollywood as a whole, describing every moment they worked together as a learning experience. "A true and thoroughbred thespian you were uncle Olu...you were a mentor, a teacher, an inspiration to our generation....it was indeed an honour to have worked with you in different capacity...you have left a big shoe....it will be difficult to find a feet that will match... but you have left footprints of in-depth professionalism...discipline, utmost dedication...it was a school each time we worked together...I learnt so much...as it hurts so much...Rest on sir...you were a good man....Rest on General," he wrote. The words, which already carried weight when first published, have since taken on an entirely new dimension. Duru was bidding farewell to a giant of the industry, unaware that within weeks, similar tributes would be written in his own honour. His family confirmed the news of his death, though no further details about the circumstances were shared publicly. The resurfaced tribute has since prompted widespread reflection on the losses the Nigerian film industry has suffered in quick succession, first Olu Jacobs, then Francis Duru. Both men were celebrated figures in Nollywood, with careers that spanned decades and left lasting impressions on generations of filmmakers and audiences alike. Here is the Instagram post made by Francis Duru about Olu Jacobs a few weeks ago:Source: legit.ng
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