Anthony Joshua taken to hospital with minor injuries after car crash in Nigeria; Two other people killed in crash; Joshua was travelling in an SUV that collided with a stationary truck; footage on social media shows Joshua in pain as he is helped out of a wrecked vehicle
Monday 29 December 2025 18:34, UK
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Anthony Joshua is in a stable condition after he was injured in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people.
Joshua, 36, sustained minor injuries when the Lexus SUV he was travelling in collided with a stationary truck, Ogun State Police Command said.
Medical staff have conducted ‘several clinical assessments’ on Joshua, who does ‘not require any emergency interventions at this time,’ confirmed a statement from The Governments of Ogun and Lagos in Nigeria.
The statement read: “Anthony Joshua the British-Nigerian two-time unified world heavyweight boxing champion was involved in a road traffic accident earlier today along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
“The vehicle conveying the team of four, ran into a stationery truck resulting in two fatalities.
“We sympathise with the families of those involved in the accident, and pray that God will grant them the strength to go through this difficult time.
“Anthony Joshua and another passenger were immediately evacuated to a specialised facility in Lagos.
“Doctors have conducted several clinical assessments and have confirmed that both patients are stable and do not require any emergency interventions at this time.
“A comprehensive medical team has since been convened and will continue to monitor them closely.
“Anthony Joshua has since been relating well with his family.”
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said the Lexus was suspected to be travelling in excess of the speed limit and lost control while overtaking.
The collision happened around 11am in Makun, around 30 miles from Lagos.
Footage on social media shows Joshua in pain and dazed as he is helped out of the wrecked vehicle.
The British former world heavyweight champion was in the rear of the vehicle – which was carrying four other adult males – before being helped out of the wreckage by a crowd of onlookers.
Joshua, who is conscious in the footage, is seen wincing in pain.
Police have confirmed that Joshua has been taken to hospital and they are investigating the cause of the accident.
Two people were pronounced dead at the scene. Their details are yet to be released.
The other two passengers were unhurt, according to the FRSC.
“Anthony Joshua was involved in a road traffic accident today – Monday December 29, 2025, at about 11am, in Makun, Ogun State.
“The incident occurred along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, just before Danco Filling Station, near the Sagamu Interchange on the Ibadan-bound axis.
“The vehicle conveying Anthony Joshua, a Lexus SUV, was involved in the accident under circumstances that are currently being investigated. He was seated in the rear of the vehicle, sustained minor injuries and receiving medical attention.
“Tragically, two other passengers in the vehicle lost their lives at the scene. The deceased have been conveyed to Livewell Hospital Morgue, Sagamu.
“The Ogun State Police Command extends heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and assures the public that a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident has commenced.
“Further updates on the incident will be communicated as investigation progresses.”
Joshua, who has Nigerian heritage, was spending time in the country following his recent fight against Jake Paul in Miami.
After a 15-month absence from the sport, Joshua had marked his return with a sixth-round knockout win over the YouTube star at Kaseya Center on December 19.
Paul expressed his condolences in a social media post, writing: “Life is much more important than boxing.
“I am praying for the lost lives, AJ and anyone impacted by today’s unfortunate accident.”
Nigerian president Bola Ahmed Tinubu also expressed his ’deep sympathies’ in a statement.
“I sympathise with you and your family as you bear the emotional weight of this unfortunate incident,” he said.
“As a sportsman, you have always shown courage, discipline, and unwavering love for our country. These are qualities that have made you a source of national pride.
“I pray for strength, wisdom, and grace for you during this painful period.”
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