- By Halimah Olamide
It was a sombre moment at the Nigerian Army Cemetery Abuja on Wednesday as the bodies of the 17 soldiers killed in Okuama, Delta state were brought in for the final burial. The caskets baring the remains were draped with the National Flag while prayers were offered for the repose of the fallen heroes.
NPO Reports that the 17 soldiers, led by a Lt. Colonel, two Majors and others were ambushed in Okuama Delta state two weeks ago when on a peace mission.
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