The football community has been shaken by the tragic death of former Wikki Tourists striker, Abubakar Lawal, in Uganda. Lawal, who also played for Nasarawa United and Vipers SC, reportedly fell from a balcony at the Voicemall Shopping Arcade in Uganda on February 24, 2025. However, conflicting reports surrounding the incident have cast doubt on the true circumstances of his demise.

Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, has called for an urgent and thorough investigation, urging the Nigerian government and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to take action.

“It is saddened to receive the news of Abubakar Lawal. The news was a shocking one, which prompted me to ask further questions and seek clarification,” Musa expressed on his X (formerly Twitter) page.

According to Musa, two different accounts of the incident have emerged—one suggesting it was an accident, while the other claims he fell from a balcony under unclear circumstances. Concerned by these inconsistencies, the former Leicester City forward has reached out to Nigerian authorities and the NFF, calling for immediate intervention.

“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,” he added.

Musa also urged collaboration between the Nigerian government, the NFF, and Ugandan authorities to ensure justice for Lawal.

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

Meanwhile, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has already demanded an autopsy and a full-scale investigation into the incident. Ugandan police have also confirmed that an inquiry is underway, reviewing CCTV footage and witness statements to uncover the truth behind Lawal’s tragic passing.