Anthony Joshua:  Ogun govt provides update on boxer’s health after accident in Nigeria 

World boxing champion, Anthony Joshua is recovering in hospital after a road accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The crash happened around midday and involved a Toyota Lexus jeep carrying Joshua and three other people.

Two passengers died in the accident. They were identified as Ayodele Kelvin Olu, 36, a Nigerian-British citizen, and Gami Sina, 36, a British citizen.

The Ogun State Government confirmed the incident and sent condolences to the families of the victims in a statement signed by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade.

“Upon receiving information about the accident, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, visited the hospital where Joshua was receiving treatment.”

“He was later joined by Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Both governors remained at the hospital for several hours to oversee the situation and ensure that appropriate medical care was provided.”

Speaking further, Governor Abiodun said he personally followed Joshua’s treatment after getting the report.

“As soon as I was informed, I headed straight to the hospital and was later joined by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. We both took charge of the situation, oversaw Anthony Joshua’s care, and remained at the hospital for over seven hours,” he said.

Other top officials who visited the hospital included the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, and the Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Mr. Bukola Olopade.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was fully briefed on the incident.

Government sources said the President spoke separately with Anthony Joshua, his mother, and Governor Abiodun, offering his sympathy and condolences.

The British High Commission was also informed. Its Deputy Head of Mission, Mr. Simon Field, visited the hospital and met with Joshua and the two governors, while the families of the deceased were contacted through the Mission.

The Ogun State Government said Joshua is in a stable condition and receiving proper medical care.

“We are comfortable with the doctors and the quality of care at the hospital, and we appreciate the medical team for their professionalism,” Governor Abiodun said.

Authorities have ordered a full investigation into the cause of the accident, with findings to be made public later. The state government said it would continue to give updates as necessary.

Quoting President Tinubu, Governor Abiodun added, “This immense tragedy has cast a deep shadow over this season. These are very difficult moments, and we must stand firm, united, and encourage one another as brothers and sisters with a shared destiny.”