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By Osagie Alonge

Chinua Achebe laid to rest — A cultural troupe dances in honour of late literary giant Chinua Achebe on May 20, 2013 during the international day of tributes in his honour in Abuja. Photo: PIUS UTOMI EKPEI/AFP

Professor Chinua Achebe was laid to rest on May 23, 2013 at his Ogidi country home, Anambra State.

Hundreds, including family, friends and President Goodluck Jonathan were present to bid the late literary icon farewell.

Check out more photos below…

Chinua Achebe laid to rest (2) — The eldest son of Nigerian novelist Chinua Achebe, Ikechukwu Achebe speaks beside the casket of his father upon arrival at the Abuja airport, on May 21, 2013.

Chinua Achebe laid to rest (3) — Anglican priest Owen Nwokolo prays near the casket of Professor Chinua Achebe on May 21, 2013 at the Abuja airport.

Chinua Achebe laid to rest (5) — Son Dr. Ikechukwu Achebe (L) and Widow Professor Christie Achebe sing hymn during the funeral service

Chinua Achebe laid to rest (6) — Achebe’s widow Christie Achebe walks behind the coffin

Chinua Achebe laid to rest (11) — Ghanaian President John Mahama (R) waves to the crowd as he arrives accompanied by Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan (L)

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