**Tragic Car Crash Claims Lives of Anthony Joshua’s Friends in Nigeria**
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has confirmed that two friends of boxing champion Anthony Joshua were victims of a tragic car accident in Nigeria on Monday. The president expressed his condolences to Joshua via social media, highlighting the loss of his close associates, Kevin Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami.
In a heartfelt message on X, President Tinubu stated, “I have spoken with AJ to personally convey my condolences over the passing of his two close associates in the recent accident. I wished him a full and speedy recovery, and prayed with him. AJ assured me he is receiving the best possible care.” He also reached out to Joshua’s mother, who expressed her gratitude for the support.
Following the accident, Nigerian officials reported that Joshua was in a “stable” condition, having sustained minor injuries. A joint statement from the Lagos and Ogun state governments confirmed that both individuals hospitalized after the crash were stable and did not require emergency medical intervention.
The accident occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway around 11 a.m. local time. Reports indicate that Joshua was a passenger in a Lexus SUV that lost control while attempting to overtake another vehicle, ultimately crashing into a stationary truck. Preliminary investigations revealed that the SUV was traveling above the legal speed limit at the time of the incident.
Tragically, two male foreign nationals were pronounced dead at the scene. Joshua, who recently faced Jake Paul in a boxing match, received messages of support from the boxing community, including Paul, who stated, “Life is much more important than boxing. I am praying for the lost lives, AJ, and anyone impacted by today’s unfortunate accident.”
Joshua, a three-time heavyweight champion, has held multiple titles, including the WBA Super Heavyweight Championship, IBF Heavyweight Championship, and WBO Heavyweight Championship. He lost his titles to Oleksandr Usyk in September 2021.
As the investigation into the accident continues, the boxing world and fans alike are rallying around Joshua during this difficult time.
**FAQ**
**What happened in the car crash involving Anthony Joshua?**
Anthony Joshua’s friends were involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. Joshua sustained minor injuries and is currently in stable condition.