Police in Uganda have launched an investigation into the circumstances that led to the tragic fall and subsequent death of Nigerian striker Abubakar Lawal, who fell from a shopping mall balcony in Kampala.
According to a police statement, the 29-year-old Vipers SC striker fell from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade early on Monday.
Lawal was reportedly visiting a Tanzanian friend who resides in one of the residential apartments within the mall. The friend informed the police that she had left him alone shortly before the fall.
“Authorities are retrieving CCTV footage and conducting thorough interrogations to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the incident,” police stated.
He had been a key player for Vipers SC since joining the club in July 2022, following a two-year stint with AS Kigali in Rwanda.
Vipers SC Mourns Lawal
Vipers Sports Club expressed deep sorrow in a statement:
“We are deeply saddened to announce the sudden and untimely passing of our beloved player, Abubakar Lawal, who left us this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lawal’s family, club fans, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.”
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