The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed that excessive speed and wrongful overtaking caused the road crash involving British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway on Monday.
The Corps Public Education Officer, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday, following preliminary investigations by the FRSC Ogun Sector Command.
According to the statement, the accident occurred at about 12 noon around the Sinoma area near Sagamu in Ogun State. It involved a black Lexus SUV conveying Joshua and a stationary red Sinotruck parked by the roadside.
FRSC findings revealed that five adult males were involved in the crash. Two occupants were confirmed dead at the scene, one sustained injuries, while two others escaped unhurt. Joshua was rescued alive with minor injuries.
“The injured victim was evacuated for medical attention, while the remains of the deceased were conveyed to Livewell Morgue, Ajaka, Sagamu,” the statement said.
It added that the Nigeria Police Motor Traffic Division was duly notified for further investigation and necessary documentation.
According to the FRSC, preliminary findings showed that the Lexus SUV was suspected to have been travelling beyond the legally prescribed speed limit when it lost control during an overtaking manoeuvre and crashed into the stationary truck.
“The primary causes of the crash — excessive speed and wrongful overtaking — constitute serious traffic violations and remain among the leading causes of fatal road crashes on Nigerian highways,” the statement noted.
The corps also conveyed the condolences of the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, to the families of the deceased.
“On behalf of the entire management and staff of the Federal Road Safety Corps, heartfelt condolences go to the families of the deceased, and we wish the injured victim, Anthony Joshua, a speedy recovery,” the statement read.
The FRSC urged motorists to prioritise safety, warning against speeding and dangerous overtaking, particularly during the festive season. It reaffirmed its commitment to safer highways through enforcement, rescue operations and sustained public education. World Cup memorabilia
“The public is reminded that the Corps remains resolute in its mandate to ensure safer roads, prompt emergency response, and sustained public education aimed at reducing road traffic crashes and fatalities across the country,” the statement added.
*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
*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
The official social media page of the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), 𝕏 to be precise, has been attacked by suspected hackers.
Naija News reports that the DHQ confirmed the development in a statement made public on Saturday, August 15, by the Director of Defence Information, Maj. General Samaila Uba.
He said the body has hence treated the incident as a cybersecurity matter, with technical measures activated to secure the account.
“The Defence Headquarters wishes to inform members of the public, the media and all stakeholders that it has detected an attempted unauthorised compromise of its official X (formerly Twitter) account.
“The incident is currently being treated as a cybersecurity matter, and appropriate technical measures have been activated to secure the account and prevent further unauthorised access,” the statement noted.
The DHQ urged members of the public to disregard any publication from the account at the moment while ensuring that efforts were ongoing to fully restore control of the official account.
“The Defence Headquarters assures the public that efforts are ongoing to fully restore control of the official account.
“Consequently, members of the public are advised to disregard any suspicious, unauthorised or misleading content that may be posted from the account during this period,” he said.
Uba stressed the DHQ’s committment to maintaining high standards of information security and ensuring that Nigerians continued to receive accurate, timely and credible information on the activities and operations of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
“We appreciate the understanding and vigilance of the public and will provide further updates as necessary,” he said.
He further urged Nigerians to henceforth check its verified accounts on other platforms, including Facebook under the name “Defence Headquarters Nigeria,” Instagram at @defenceheadquarters and its WhatsApp Channel, Defence Headquarters Nigeria for reliable information.
At least seven workers were killed and 13 injured following a landslide that sent water and debris gushing into a tunnel under construction in north India, officials said Friday.
The incident occurred late Thursday in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand, where workers were constructing a tunnel for a state-run hydropower project.
At least three workers are still missing, while 19 were rescued from the Tehri Hydro Development Corporation site, the State Disaster Management Authority said in a statement.
Videos shared by local authorities showed rescue workers equipped with head-mounted torches using makeshift rafts to reach the flooded section of the tunnel.
Uttarakhand has been battered by heavy monsoon rains in recent days.
Accidents on large construction sites are common in India, but ecologists say excessive development projects have led to more disasters in the fragile Himalayan areas.
Last month, 20 people working in a tunnel for another state-run hydroelectric project were killed in the remote northeastern state of Sikkim.
In 2023, 41 workers were rescued after being trapped for 17 days inside a tunnel that collapsed in Uttarakhand.
Hundreds of people have been killed in floods and landslides across the country since the start of the annual monsoon season in June.
Experts say climate change, coupled with poorly planned development, is increasing the frequency, severity, and impact of the disasters.
The Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers Union has honoured the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi, with the ‘Golden Era Pillar of Critical and Strategic Intelligence for National Development Award’, as part of activities marking its 50th anniversary
RATTAWU conferred the award on Ajayi on Thursday at his office, when the National President of the group, Emeka Kalu, led members to a media/security-critical engagement and strategic partnership meeting for national development in Abuja.
Kalu praised the appointment of Ajayi in 2024 by President Bola Tinubu, describing it as putting “a round peg in a round hole.”
He added that the award was an initiative of the union designed to recognise individuals and institutions that had made outstanding contributions to national development, security, democracy, culture and the growth of Nigeria.
He said, “Your appointment by Mr President demonstrates the importance of placing capable Nigerians with integrity and professional competence in strategic positions of national responsibility.
“The role of the DSS in protecting Nigeria’s national interests, gathering critical intelligence and supporting national security cannot be overemphasised.
“Particularly now that this country is confronted with complex security and emerging technological challenges, appointments like yours are the best ever done by Mr President.
“That is why this union decided to honour you with the Golden Era Pillar of Critical and Strategic Intelligence for National Development Award.”
Responding, the DSS Director-General, Oluwatosin Ajayi, expressed appreciation to the leadership of RATTAWU for the honour.
Ajayi described the recognition as a significant gesture that would further encourage him and the service to remain committed to their responsibilities to the nation.
