Anthony Joshua was injured in a car accident in Nigeria A collision occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Monday, leaving two people dead.
The former heavyweight world champion sustained minor injuries in the incident.
Anthony Joshua injured in car accident in Nigeria: Official details
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps of Nigeria, Anthony Joshua was injured in a car accident in Nigeria in which a Lexus jeep collided with a stationary truck near the Sagamu Interchange, northeast of Lagos.
The officers assume that the car exceeded the speed limit and had an accident while trying to overtake.
There were five men in the vehicle at the time: Two died at the scene, Joshua suffered minor injuries and two others escaped uninjured. Police reportedly arrived at the crash site within three minutes of being notified.
Anthony Joshua injured in car accident in Nigeria: family reaction
One of Joshua’s relatives confirmed to the BBC that the boxer was on his way from Lagos to the family home at the time of the accident.
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The relative described the news as a “shock” for the family, adding: “We hope for his speedy recovery and also for those who died – I pray that those who died rest in peace.”
Anthony Joshua injured in car accident in Nigeria: condition and consequences of the boxer
While Anthony Joshua was injured in a Nigerian car accident, his injuries are considered minor and he was rescued from the rubble alive.
The tragic incident highlights the dangers on Nigerian roads, particularly the busy Lagos-Ibadan highway.
Joshua, who is extremely popular in Nigeria, has visited the country he often calls home.
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This report is based on recent reporting by the BBC, which has sought official statements from the Nigerian authorities and spoken to Joshua’s family.
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Anthony Joshua was injured and two others died in a car accident in Nigeria