British boxer Anthony Joshua is currently in stable condition in a hospital after a car accident in Nigeria that resulted in the deaths of two passengers. Medical professionals have confirmed that both hospitalized patients are stable as per a joint statement from Lagos and Ogun state governments. The driver of the car Joshua was in has not been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.
Matchroom Boxing confirmed the tragic passing of two close friends and team members, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, in the accident. Joshua was taken to the hospital and is under observation, with his condition listed as stable. The crash occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, with authorities responding to the scene promptly.
The vehicle involved in the accident, a Lexus SUV carrying Joshua, lost control and crashed into a stationary truck under circumstances currently under investigation. Joshua, seated in the rear, sustained minor injuries. Preliminary investigations suggest that the vehicle was traveling at a speed exceeding the legal limit, leading to the accident.
Joshua, a former world heavyweight champion, had recently fought YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami. Despite his focus on boxing, Joshua emphasized the importance of life over sports and expressed condolences for the lives lost in the accident. His promoter, Eddie Hearn, is seeking updates on Joshua’s injuries but indicated that Joshua seems to be okay based on initial images.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu reached out to Joshua in the hospital to offer condolences and wish him a speedy recovery. Further details about Joshua’s condition have not been disclosed. Photos circulating on social media show Joshua being rescued from the wrecked vehicle while in pain.
Joshua, who has been considering a future fight with fellow Briton Tyson Fury, is currently receiving medical treatment following the accident.
