Anthony Joshua survives fatal car crash in Ogun State
Anthony Joshua has received an outpouring of support from Nigerian leaders and fans after surviving a fatal road accident in Makun, Ogun State. The crash, which claimed two lives, left the British-Nigerian boxer with minor injuries. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, and other notable figures have sent their condolences and prayers for his recovery. The Ogun and Lagos State governments confirmed that Joshua is receiving medical care in Lagos.
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- Anthony Joshua was involved in a car accident in Makun, Ogun State, resulting in two fatalities.
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, Ibikunle Amosun, and others publicly sent condolences and wished Joshua a speedy recovery.
- The Ogun and Lagos State governments stated that Joshua was evacuated and is in stable condition at a specialised hospital in Lagos.
- The Federal Road Safety Corps reported that excessive speed and wrongful overtaking caused the crash.
- Nigerian fans and sports officials have flooded social media with messages of support and prayers for Anthony Joshua.
