Anthony Joshua was involved in a car accident in Makun, Nigeria, resulting in the tragic deaths of two individuals. The crash occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway around 11 am on Monday when Joshua’s Lexus jeep collided with a stationary truck. The circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under investigation.
Joshua sustained minor injuries and was promptly taken to a local hospital for treatment. Regrettably, two individuals, identified as Kevin Ayodele and Sina Ghami, lost their lives in the accident according to Matchroom Boxing. Updates on the situation will be provided as more details become available.
This incident comes after Joshua’s recent victory over Jake Paul in Miami, as he aimed to regain his form in the ring after losing the world heavyweight title to Oleksandr Usyk in 2021. Jake Paul and others in the boxing community have expressed their condolences and well wishes for Joshua and the families of the deceased.
The crash, which occurred on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, has raised safety concerns about the road’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s deadliest. Investigations into the accident have been initiated by local authorities, and efforts are being made to ensure the best possible medical care for those affected.