Veteran Nollywood actor, Francis Duru has announced the demise of his 15-year-old son, Ifeanyi in the early hours of today, August,8.

The father of three took to his Instagram page and announced the demise of his second son, Ifeanyi.

He wrote,

“My champ!!my lion…you fought like a lion…if this is the way He wants it ,so be it ,I still judge you faithful…Ifeanyi my champ….I will miss you son….I will forever love you….Rest in peace son…rest….I give you thanks lord!”

He noted that the teenager fought to survive and he is grateful to God as he laid his son to rest in peace.

Fans and colleagues of the actor have trooped into the comment section with condolence messages, praying for the family.

@mayyuledochie Oh no…. This is heartbreaking. So sorry for your loss. We just can’t question God . Be consoled. May his gentle soul RIP! 🙏💔

@officialngoziezeonu Chai. My condolences

@okeybakassi OMG!! I was preparing to type HBD before I read the caption. 💔This is painful. May God strengthen your family, and may his young soul rest in peace 🙏🕊️😢😭

@rosythrone OMG this one pain no parents should experience in life. May God comforts him, rip.

@queencessfire I will not lose my children family members husband neighbors not even me amen 🙏