Two people died in a road crash in Ogun State, Nigeria, involving British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua.
A road crash in Ogun State claimed two lives on December 29, 2025, in an incident involving boxing champion Anthony Joshua. Initial reports indicate Joshua was involved but avoided serious harm. The Ogun State community is in mourning. Further details on the cause and Joshua's condition are pending official updates. The accident highlights persistent road safety challenges in Nigeria.
X discussions express shock at Anthony Joshua's involvement in a fatal Ogun State road crash killing two close associates. Users offer prayers for his minor injuries and condolences to victims' families. Criticisms target poor roads, overspeeding, and delayed emergency response. Defenders urge patriotism, noting quick bystander aid and official care. Skepticism questions travel safety in Nigeria amid 'visit Nigeria' promotions.
Anthony Joshua Accident: Why Do Nigerians Love to De-market Nigeria?
— Reno Omokri (@renoomokri) 29 Desemba 2025
Anthony Joshua suffered a ghastly accident today in a rural part of Ogun State, and instead of de-marketing Nigeria, why don't you and I wait for the full details of what occurred to our beloved boxing… pic.twitter.com/DVWmK5IuLk
Boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident on the Lagos Ibadan Expressway around Makun in Ogun State.
— The Odin (@TheOdin_II) 29 Desemba 2025
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He is alive. But this whole incident once again exposes the deep failure of the Nigerian system.
That road has a long history of… pic.twitter.com/pgtPDdPqNa
Anthony Joshua was involved in an accident today in Makun, Sagamu, Ogun State, his hometown.
— priye's collection (@priye_tanya) 29 Desemba 2025
Sadly, two people lost their lives 💔
People keep saying “Thank God he’s alive” and yes, thank God.
But let’s not forget the two lives that were lost in the same accident.
Their lives… pic.twitter.com/ahFmACGxoo
STATEMENT REGARDING ANTHONY JOSHUA AND OTHERS
— The Lagos State Govt (@followlasg) 29 Desemba 2025
The Governments of Ogun and Lagos states wish to confirm that Antho ny Joshua the British-Nigerian two-time unified world heavyweight boxing champion was involved in a road traffic accident earlier today along the Lagos-Ibadan… pic.twitter.com/i745ximP8J
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Anthony Joshua is in stable condition with minor injuries after a car crash on Nigeria's Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on December 29, 2025, that killed two of his close associates. The incident, first reported briefly the same day, has drawn condolences from officials and the boxing community.
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President Bola Tinubu personally called boxer Anthony Joshua following the December 29 road crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway that killed two associates and injured the athlete. Tinubu offered condolences, prayers for recovery, and coordinated with governors providing top medical care.
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