British former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been involved in a serious road accident in Nigeria, resulting in the tragic deaths of two of his close associates.
Details of the Crash
The incident occurred on Monday 29 December 2025 at around midday local time (11am UK time). Joshua was travelling in the back of a black Lexus on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway near Sagamu, approximately 30 miles from Lagos, when the vehicle collided with a parked truck.
Preliminary findings from the Nigerian Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) indicate the Lexus was "suspected to be travelling beyond the legally prescribed limit" and lost control while attempting an overtaking manoeuvre.
Victims Named by President
The two individuals who lost their lives have been named by Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a post on X, he identified them as Kevin Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, describing them as "close associates" of the boxer.
President Tinubu stated he had spoken with Joshua to convey his condolences, adding: "I wished him a full and speedy recovery, and prayed with him. AJ assured me he is receiving the best possible care."
Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing, also confirmed the names in a statement, expressing the team's "profound sadness" and offering condolences to the families.
Condition of Survivors and Investigation
Anthony Joshua, 36, sustained minor injuries in the crash and was taken to hospital along with another injured passenger. Officials have described both survivors as being in a "stable" condition.
The FRSC was clear in its assessment of the cause, stating on X: "The primary causes of the crash being excessive speed and wrongful overtaking constitute serious traffic violations and remain among the leading causes of fatal road crashes on Nigerian highways."
The boxer was on holiday in Africa following his recent victory over Jake Paul in Miami. The area holds personal significance for Joshua, who attended boarding school in Ikenne, roughly 50 miles from the crash site, before moving to Britain aged 12.
