Details of the Accident
World-renowned British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua was reportedly injured in a road accident earlier today along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State. Local officials from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have disclosed that the crash was caused by overspeeding and overtaking, which led to Joshua’s vehicle colliding with another car.
Eyewitnesses at the scene said the boxing star sustained minor injuries, while two of his associates tragically lost their lives.
Who Were the Deceased?
The deceased were:
Sina Ghami – Foreign national and Joshua’s long-time strength and conditioning coach.
Latif “Latz” Ayodele – Nigerian personal trainer who had worked closely with Joshua.
Both men had accompanied Joshua to Nigeria for Christmas and New Year celebrations.
Hours before the crash, Joshua had posted an Instagram story playing table tennis with Latif Ayodele, highlighting the close bond between the team members. Ghami had specialised in sports rehabilitation and injury prevention, working with top athletes in the NFL, NBA, and other international sports teams.
Crowd Reaction and Emergency Response
A video that later surfaced online showed a large crowd gathered at the scene, offering prayers for Joshua as he was seated in a police vehicle.
British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua was injured in a Lagos–Ibadan Expressway crash that killed two of his associates. Eyewitnesses criticized slow emergency response at the scene.
The footage also revealed delays in emergency response, as the truck transporting Joshua reportedly remained stationary for some time, prompting onlookers to question why immediate medical evacuation was not taking place.
The bodies of Ghami and Ayodele were seen lying on the road while bystanders filmed, a development that has sparked widespread outrage online. Many Nigerians lamented the poor state of emergency medical services and criticized the lack of swift response in life-threatening situations. Several commentators noted that if an internationally recognised figure like Joshua could experience such delays, ordinary citizens could face even greater risks.
Official Statement
In a statement, Matchroom Boxing, Joshua’s promoter, confirmed the tragic deaths of his two associates and said Joshua was taken to hospital for checks and treatment. He is reportedly in a stable condition and under observation.
About Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua, 36, is a former two-time unified world heavyweight champion and one of the most influential figures in global boxing, with millions of fans across Nigeria and around the world.
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