The club earlier announced that the newly signed player had died after suffering a medical emergency during the match against Niger Tornadoes. He was rushed to hospital but was subsequently pronounced dead.
Later reports claimed that while he was being taken to the morgue, his hand moved. He was then reportedly rushed to the intensive care unit and placed on oxygen.
However, Katsina United have not issued any official update or retraction of their earlier statement confirming his death. The club has remained silent since the initial announcement, leaving fans and the wider football community seeking clarity on his true condition.
The situation remains unconfirmed pending an official statement from the club or medical authorities.