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Tears flow freely as Keshi finally laid to rest in Delta State (video & photos)

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The remains of the late former Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi arrived his hometown Illah, Delta state on Friday amid tears.

Keshi will be buried today after his body left Asaba for Illah, his hometown at 7am.

There was however a brief stopover at the Ogbelani Palace for traditional rites as a palace chief.

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A lying-in-state will follow at his family home, Ukpologwu Quarters, Illah.

Stephen Keshi who led Nigeria to win the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations died in Benin on June 8, after he was said to have complained of a leg ailment.

Below are photos from the scene:

Keshi's casket

Keshi’s casket

Crowd at Keshi's burial in Illah, Delta State

Crowd at Keshi’s burial in Illah, Delta State

Keshi's casket on display

Keshi’s casket on display

Keshi's casket on its way from Asaba to Illah village.

Keshi’s casket on its way from Asaba to Illah village.

Keshi's casket on its way from Asaba to Illah village.

Keshi’s casket on its way from Asaba to Illah village.

Peter Rufai in a chat with the son of the late Stephen Keshi

Peter Rufai in a chat with the son of the late Stephen Keshi

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