Anthony Joshua Involved in Serious Accident in Nigeria
The renowned former heavyweight world champion, Anthony Joshua, was involved in a tragic traffic accident in Nigeria, which unfortunately claimed the lives of two of his friends and teammates. This was reported by the authorities and sources close to the case. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m., on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, one of the most important arterial roads in the African country. The vehicle, a Lexus SUV in which Joshua and three other companions were traveling, suffered an accident. According to preliminary investigations by the Nigerian Traffic Police, the vehicle, which was apparently traveling at high speed, suffered a tire burst, which led to a failed maneuver and the subsequent impact against a truck that was parked off the road. As a result of the accident, Anthony Joshua, 36 years old, suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital in Lagos, where he is stable under medical observation. Unfortunately, two of his close friends, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, lost their lives instantly at the scene of the accident. Both were part of Joshua’s training team and accompanied him during his stay in Nigeria. The truck driver remains hospitalized in intensive care after the crash. Joshua’s family, who were in the country, were informed of the accident after receiving calls from relatives seeking information about his condition. His aunt described the news as “really shocking”.Following the incident, organizations within Joshua’s circle issued statements expressing their sorrow.
The accident has raised concerns about road safety on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway and has cast doubt on Joshua’s return to the ring.“It is with deep sadness that we confirm that two close friends and team members have tragically passed away. Anthony was taken to the hospital for tests and treatment. He is in stable condition. Our deepest condolences to the families and we ask for respect for their privacy during this difficult time.” — Matchroom Boxing Spokesperson
Matchroom Boxing Spokesperson
