Footage has surfaced showing Anthony Joshua emerging from a vehicle involved in a crash that resulted in the deaths of two individuals in Nigeria. The former heavyweight champion was reportedly traveling in a Jeep on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway when it collided with a stationary truck in his parents’ homeland. This incident occurred shortly after his victory over Jake Paul in the boxing ring.
Reports indicate that Joshua was seated in the back of the vehicle and sustained minor injuries. He has been taken to an undisclosed hospital while local authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances of the accident.
Eyewitnesses rushed to assist Joshua and others involved in the crash, with video footage showing him being helped out of the vehicle. Witnesses described the sequence of events, stating that the vehicle veered into the truck after a tire burst, causing the driver to lose control.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, confirmed that Joshua was safe and en route to the hospital following the accident. This incident occurred just before the start of the new year, as Joshua hinted at significant plans ahead, including reigniting his rivalry with Tyson Fury.
In a social media post following his recent fight, Joshua expressed gratitude to his supporters and teased upcoming developments in the New Year. The boxing community is eagerly anticipating his next moves as he continues to make headlines both in and out of the ring.