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PHOTOS: BREAKING: Nigerian-British Boxing Star Anthony Joshua Involved In Road Accident In Ogun, Two Killed
Nigerian-British boxing champion and world-renowned boxer, Anthony Joshua, was involved in a road accident on Monday in Makun, on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, Ogun State.
Eyewitnesses reportedly said that the accident occurred when the vehicle conveying the boxer collided with a stationary truck.
According to The PUNCH, the Lexus SUV conveying the boxer, with registration number KRD 850 HN, was said to have crashed under circumstances that are still being investigated by authorities.
A source, who was part of the rescue operation, said Joshua sustained “minor injuries” in the accident, adding that “two people died on the spot.”
Another eyewitness, Adeniyi Orojo, said the crash happened “just before Danco Filling Station” along the expressway.
However, as of the time of filing this report, the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babasey, did not respond to calls seeking comment on the incident.
Joshua recently defeated Jake Paul in a heavyweight clash tagged “Judgment Day,” which took place on Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
@newsbreak365 *Anthony Joshua Involved in Road Crash | Two Reportedly Dead | December 29, 2025* Breaking reports confirm that British heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a road traffic accident, with two people reportedly losing their lives in the incident. This tragic development has sparked widespread reactions across the sports and global community. Our hearts go out to the families of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time. 🙏 Heartfelt condolences to the affected families. 💙 We wish Anthony Joshua a speedy and full recovery. As more details emerge, this video brings you the latest updates while honoring the lives lost and calling for improved road safety awareness. May the souls of the departed rest in peace. #AnthonyJoshua #BreakingNews #RoadAccident #AJ #BoxingNews
@newsbreak365 *Anthony Joshua Involved in Road Crash | Two Reportedly Dead | December 29, 2025* Breaking reports confirm that British heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a road traffic accident, with two people reportedly losing their lives in the incident. This tragic development has sparked widespread reactions across the sports and global community. Our hearts go out to the families of the deceased during this incredibly difficult time. 🙏 Heartfelt condolences to the affected families. 💙 We wish Anthony Joshua a speedy and full recovery. As more details emerge, this video brings you the latest updates while honoring the lives lost and calling for improved road safety awareness. May the souls of the departed rest in peace. #AnthonyJoshua #BreakingNews #RoadAccident #AJ #BoxingNews
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