Anthony Joshua was hospitalised in a deadly automotive accident and officers have now spoken out on the incident.
Anthony Joshua in ache following a automotive crash. (Picture: X)
New particulars have emerged concerning the deadly automotive crash that injured Anthony Joshua. The Federal Highway Security Corps in Nigeria has revealed that the Lexus Jeep concerned within the accident was travelling “past the legally prescribed pace restrict”. The tragic incident befell on a Monday morning, leading to two fatalities. Nigerian street security officers confirmed that 5 grownup males, together with Joshua, have been concerned within the collision.
In an announcement, the Federal Highway Security Corps mentioned: “The Federal Highway Security Corps (FRSC) needs to verify a deadly street site visitors crash that occurred right this moment Monday, 29 December 2025, alongside the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway across the Sinoma space close to Sagamu, Ogun State, involving a Lexus Jeep conveying world-renowned boxer, Anthony Joshua, and a stationary truck.
“Preliminary studies from the Ogun Sector Command point out that the crash occurred at about 1200HRS and was promptly reported to the Corps. FRSC operatives arrived on the scene inside three (3) minutes of notification, enabling swift rescue operations.
“The incident concerned two autos: a black Lexus Jeep with registration quantity KRD 850 HN (non-public) and a stationary purple industrial Sinotruck with unknown registration quantity. A complete of 5 grownup males have been concerned within the crash.
“Two individuals sadly misplaced their lives, one sustained accidents, whereas two others escaped unharmed. Anthony Joshua was rescued alive and sustained minor accidents.
“The injured sufferer was evacuated for medical consideration, whereas the stays of the deceased have been conveyed to Livewell Morgue, Ajaka, Sagamu.
“The Nigeria Police Motor Site visitors Division (MTD) was duly notified for additional investigation and essential documentation.
An official replace on the deadly crash which left Anthony Joshua needing to be taken to hospital has emerged (Picture: X)
“To this finish, the Corps Marshal, Federal Highway Security Corps, Shehu Mohammed on behalf of your entire Administration and employees of the Federal Highway Security Corps prolong heartfelt condolences to the households of the deceased and need the injured sufferer, Anthony Joshua a speedy restoration.”
A relative of the 36-year-old, who wished to stay nameless, spoke to the BBC. “We hope for his speedy restoration and likewise the individuals who handed away – I pray for the departed to relaxation in peace,” the relative expressed.
It was confirmed that Joshua was en route from Lagos to his household house. They added: “He is usually coming round for the brand new 12 months. We have not seen him so we have been anticipating him.”
Joshua, recent off his victory over influencer Jake Paul in Miami, was gearing up for an eventful 2026 after spending the ultimate days of this 12 months in Nigeria.
Earlier this month, he took to Instagram to specific his gratitude: “An enormous shoutout to the 33 million of you who tuned in to assist me, Jake, and everybody on the undercard, and thanks to those that prayed for me throughout battle week.
“Benefit from the festive break should you’re celebrating, and have a blessed week should you’re not. Massive issues coming within the New Yr, so keep tuned. We’re all one underneath God’s eyes. God bless. Rastafari.”
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