Outrage over Nigerian footballer’s controversial death in Uganda

Abubakar Lawal, a 29-year-old Nigerian footballer, has died under confusing circumstances in Uganda.

While some sources mention a fall from a balcony in Kampala, Uganda, as cause of death, others say he was involved in a car accident.

The Ugandan police, who are working to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the death.

Lawal was a talented striker who played for Vipers Sports Club, a local team in Uganda.

He had a remarkable career, helping Vipers win the league and cup double in 2023.

The police are reviewing CCTV footages and conducting interrogations to piece together the events leading up to Lawal’s death.

They have also retrieved his personal belongings, including two smartphones, shoes, headsets, and training kit.

Lawal’s friend, Omary Naima, a Tanzanian national, claimed he was with him at the time of the incident.

According to Naima, she had left Lawal in her room, preparing tea, before he fell from the balcony.

Ahmed Musa wades in

Meanwhile, former Super Eagles skipper and Leicester City of England winger, Ahmed Musa, has called for proper investigations to be carried out in the wake of the tragic incident.

Posting on his official Instagram page, Musa wrote:

“It is saddened to receive the news of Abubakar Lawal. The news was a shocking one which prompted me to ask further questions and clarification.

“However, we discovered contrary information about his demise; The first one claimed it was an accident, and the second report claimed he fell from a balcony.

“The contradicting reports suggest something suspicious about his demise and I have been in contact with the Nigerian authority and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) calling their attention to this fatal case in Uganda.

“I am appealing to the Nigerian Government and the NFF to investigate the incident and work with the Ugandan government to get justice for Lawal.

“Lawal’s soul deserves a thorough investigation and justice must be served if anyone is found guilty.

May Allah rest his soul Ameen.”

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