Nigerian footballer Lawal dies after tragic fall in Uganda

Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal has tragically passed away after reportedly falling from the third-floor balcony of a shopping mall in Uganda.

The incident occurred on the morning of February 24, 2024, at the Voice Mall Shopping Arcade. Lawal, who played as a striker for Vipers SC in Uganda’s top-flight league, was pronounced dead shortly after the fall.

Ugandan authorities confirmed the incident and revealed that CCTV footage has been recovered from the scene.

Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

Lawal joined Vipers SC in 2022 after a stint with Rwanda’s AS Kigali. Before moving abroad, he had an impressive career in Nigeria’s Premier Football League, playing for notable clubs such as Kano Pillars FC, Wikki Tourists FC, and Nasarawa United.