Anthony Joshua Injured in Tragic Nigeria Car Crash That Claimed Two Lives
There has been heartbreaking news involving British boxing star Anthony Joshua, following a serious car crash in Nigeria that has left two people dead and the former world heavyweight champion injured. The incident reportedly took place late Monday morning on the busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway, one of the country’s most heavily used and dangerous highways. What was meant to be a routine journey turned into a devastating tragedy in a matter of moments.
According to Nigerian authorities, Anthony Joshua was traveling in a Lexus SUV with members of his close team when the vehicle was involved in a violent collision. It has been confirmed that Joshua escaped with only minor bruises and was later said to be responding well to treatment. While his physical injuries were not life-threatening, the emotional impact of the crash has been profound, as two of his associates lost their lives in the accident.
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Those killed were identified as Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele, both of whom played key roles in Joshua’s professional life. Ghami served as his strength and conditioning coach, while Ayodele was his personal trainer. The closeness of the group was evident, with social media showing them spending time together just hours before the crash. Their deaths have sent shockwaves through the boxing world and beyond.
Preliminary findings from Nigeria’s Federal Road Safety Corps suggested that the SUV collided with a parked truck while attempting to overtake. It was stated that excessive speed and wrongful overtaking were suspected to be the main causes of the crash, both of which are common factors in fatal accidents on Nigerian highways. The Lagos-Ibadan expressway has already been labeled one of the most dangerous roads in the country, with hundreds of fatalities recorded in recent years.
The tragedy came just days after Joshua’s high-profile knockout victory over Jake Paul in Miami, a win that had placed him back in the global spotlight. In a poignant message, Paul himself expressed condolences, reminding fans that life is far more important than sport.
Born in England to Nigerian parents, Joshua has always maintained strong ties to Nigeria, where his family roots run deep. This connection made the incident even more personal. While he continues to recover physically, the loss of two close friends has cast a heavy shadow over what was otherwise a triumphant period in his career.
This tragic event has once again highlighted the dangers of road travel and the fragile line between success and sudden loss.
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