- Reports indicated that the accident occurred around 11 a.m. near Danco Filling Station in the Makun area of Ogun State
- Eyewitnesses disclosed that the Lexus was part of a convoy that included another SUV carrying the boxer’s security detail
- Atiku, in a message shared via his verified X handle on Monday, described the incident as distressing and offered prayers for Joshua’s quick and full recovery
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sent words of support to world-renowned heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua, after the athlete was involved in a road crash along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Atiku, in a message shared via his verified X handle on Monday, described the incident as distressing and offered prayers for Joshua’s quick and full recovery following the accident.
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The former vice president said he stood in solidarity with the boxing star during what he called a challenging moment, expressing relief that Joshua survived the incident. He also extended his sympathies to the families of two individuals who reportedly lost their lives in the crash.
According to Atiku, the tragic loss of lives underscores the painful impact of road accidents, as he prayed for comfort and strength for the bereaved families, while wishing eternal rest for the deceased.
Reports indicated that the accident occurred around 11 a.m. near Danco Filling Station in the Makun area of Ogun State, close to the Sagamu Interchange on the Ibadan-bound section of the expressway.
Joshua was said to be travelling in a Lexus SUV when the vehicle rammed into a parked truck under circumstances that have yet to be clearly established.
Eyewitnesses disclosed that the Lexus was part of a convoy that included another SUV carrying the boxer’s security detail. The impact reportedly caused serious damage to the vehicle conveying Joshua, although he was said to have escaped with no life-threatening injuries.
As of the time of filing this report, authorities had yet to issue an official statement on the cause of the accident, while investigations were ongoing. There were also no confirmed updates regarding Joshua’s medical condition.
Anthony Joshua, a former two-time unified heavyweight champion, remains one of Nigeria’s most celebrated sports figures, with fans across the country closely monitoring developments surrounding the incident.
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