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The three Nigerian soldiers, who were killed in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion during a security operation in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State, have been laid to rest.
The soldiers lost their lives on Saturday after an IED, suspected to have been planted by bandits, exploded beneath their vehicle in Bargaja community of Isa LGA.
Sources said the troops were responding to a distress call from residents of Bargaja village following an attack by bandits, when the device detonated.
The incident has triggered grief among families and colleagues of the deceased soldiers as well as residents of the affected communities.
