WorldStage– The Governments of Ogun and Lagos states have confirmed that Anthony Joshua the British-Nigerian two-time unified world heavyweight boxing champion who was involved in a road traffic accident earlier today along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway is stable and do not require any emergency interventions at this time afer clinical assessments..
A statement by Gbenga Omotoso, Commissioner, Information, Lagos State and Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser, Information, Ogun State said the vehicle conveying the team of 4, ran into a stationery truck resulting in 2 fatalities.
The other survivor of the accident was also said to be in a stable condition.
Anthony Joshua and the other passenger were said to be immediately evacuated to a specialised facility in Lagos where doctors conducted several clinical assessments that confirmed that both patients are stable and do not require any emergency interventions at this time.
“A comprehensive medical team has since been convened and will continue to monitor them closely,” the statement said.
“Anthony Joshua has since been relating well with his family.
“We sympathise with the families of those involved in the accident, and pray that God will grant them the strength to go through this difficult time.
“The Governments of Ogun and Lagos are keenly monitoring the situation and will ensure that the two persons receive the best medical care.
“We have also commenced investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
“We appreciate the public’s concern and ask for privacy for Anthony Joshua and his family during this time.”
Meanwhile, the Ogun State Government has expressed profound condolences to the families, friends, and associates of the victims of the tragic road accident involving Joshua, who narrowly escaped death on Monday.
The fatal accident occurred along the busy Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, within the Makun axis of Ogun State, and sadly claimed the lives of two persons. Anthony Joshua and three other individuals were reportedly travelling from Lagos to Sagamu at the time of the incident.
Preliminary reports indicate that two male foreign nationals died on the spot. Their remains have since been deposited at the Livewell Morgue in Sagamu. Anthony Joshua and the driver of the vehicle were promptly rescued by security personnel attached to his convoy and taken to a hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention.
The sport utility vehicle conveying the occupants was said to have rammed into a stationary truck along the expressway. While the severely damaged vehicle has been evacuated to the Sagamu Motor Traffic Division (MTD) office, efforts are ongoing to tow the truck involved to the same location to facilitate a comprehensive investigation.
The Ogun State Government describes the incident as deeply unfortunate and painful, particularly with the loss of precious lives, while others sustained varying degrees of injuries and are receiving medical care.
Motorists are therefore urged to exercise utmost caution and adhere strictly to traffic regulations, especially during the festive season when vehicular movement is typically heavy. Road safety officers and other security agencies are also enjoined to intensify surveillance and enforcement efforts across the State to ensure the safety of lives and property.
Our hearts go out to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in this tragic incident, which the State considers a devastating loss. As we mourn collectively, we pray for the repose of the souls of the departed and for the speedy recovery of the injured. May Almighty God grant the families left behind the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
