British Boxing Star Anthony Joshua Involved in Fatal Road Accident
British former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been injured in a serious road traffic collision in Nigeria, according to local police. The 36-year-old boxer was taken to hospital with what are described as minor injuries following the crash on Monday 29 December 2025.
The Commissioner of Ogun State confirmed to Sky News that two other people tragically lost their lives in the incident. The collision reportedly took place on a busy highway close to Makun, a location approximately 30 miles north-west of Lagos, Nigeria's largest city.
Scene of the Crash and Joshua's Local Ties
Unverified footage circulating on social media appears to show the British-Nigerian athlete being helped from a damaged vehicle by a crowd, visibly in pain. Further clips depict Joshua in an emergency vehicle, wearing only shorts, as he is transported from the scene for medical treatment.
The area holds personal significance for Joshua. He attended a boarding school in Ikenne, which is 53 miles from the crash site, before moving back to Britain at the age of 12. His parents are of British and Nigerian heritage.
Impact on Joshua's Boxing Career and Future Fights
This alarming news comes just over a week after Joshua's successful return to the ring, where he knocked out American YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in the sixth round of their bout in Miami. That fight ended a 14-month hiatus for the champion.
Boxing fans worldwide will be keenly awaiting updates on his condition, given the anticipated high-profile fight against long-time rival Tyson Fury, which is scheduled for 2026. The extent of any impact this accident may have on those plans remains unclear.
This is a developing story, and further details are expected to be released shortly. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash on the highway near Makun.
