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In pictures: Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu laid to rest

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Hundreds of mourners attended the state funeral of Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu who died in last month's earthquakes in Turkey

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Mourners wearing traditional regalia paid their last respects to Atsu at the funeral
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Some mourners wore football-themed clothing
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The footballer was accorded a state funeral in recognition of his contribution to Ghana
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Ghanaians have told the BBC that Atsu will be remembered for his love for humanity and for supporting underprivileged people in the country
. .Pallbearers carrying the body of Christian Atsu at the funeral in Accra.
Pallbearers carrying the body of Christian Atsu at the funeral in Accra
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Mourners file past Atsu's casket which was open to the public
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