British boxer Anthony Joshua injured in fatal accident in Nigeria
British boxer Anthony Joshua was injured in a road accident in Nigeria that killed two people. This was reported by local police and representatives of the athlete. It is reported by The Public with reference to The Guardian.
The accident occurred in the morning on the Lagos-Ibadan motorway in Ogun State. According to law enforcement officials, the car carrying the 36-year-old boxer collided with a truck. The preliminary version indicates speeding and a dangerous overtaking manoeuvre. Police have officially confirmed that Joshua, who was sitting in the back seat, suffered minor injuries and was hospitalised at an undisclosed medical facility
Two passengers of the car were killed in the accident, while several others sustained various injuries. The Nigerian Road Safety Service reported that a total of five men were involved in the accident, and that the tragedy was caused by excessive speed and improper overtaking. Ogun State authorities expressed condolences to the families of the victims and announced the launch of a full investigation
The accident happened less than a week after Joshua returned to the ring, where he scored a knockout victory over blogger Jake Paul after a 15-month hiatus. In 2026, the Olympic champion is scheduled to fight his long-time rival Tyson Fury
