Kajjansi Police Division has clarified the circumstances surrounding the death of Abubakar Lawal, a Nigerian professional footballer who has been playing for Vipers FC.
He tragically passed away on the morning of February 24, 2024.
Earlier reports suggested that Lawal had died in a car crash.
However, police investigations have revealed that he allegedly fell from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade.
According to preliminary findings, Lawal arrived at the shopping mall in his vehicle, registration number UBQ 695G, to visit his friend, Omary Naima, a Tanzanian national staying in room 416 since February 20, 2024.
Naima reported that she left Lawal in the room preparing tea and went to a game center within the mall.
Shortly after, at approximately 8:00 AM, Lawal reportedly fell from the balcony. He was rushed to Entebbe Referral Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Police recovered several of Lawal’s personal belongings, including two smartphones, a pair of open shoes, headsets, a training kit, and chargers from his black backpack.
Authorities are currently reviewing CCTV footage and conducting thorough interrogations to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
