British heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been involved in a serious road traffic accident in Nigeria, which resulted in two fatalities, according to local reports.
The Crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
The incident occurred on Monday, 29th December 2025, at approximately 11am local time. The collision took place along the busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway near the town of Makun in Ogun State. Joshua was a passenger in a Lexus 4x4 vehicle which collided with a stationary truck. Initial reports suggest the circumstances leading to the crash are still under investigation by local authorities.
Joshua's Escape and Fatal Consequences
Miraculously, the former world champion sustained only minor injuries. He was reportedly pulled from the wreckage of the luxury vehicle. Tragically, two individuals are understood to have died at the scene. According to details from the Nigerian publication Punch, Joshua was seated directly behind the driver, with another passenger beside him, making a total of four people in the Lexus at the time of the impact.
Aftermath and Ongoing Situation
Joshua's security team, who were travelling in a separate vehicle behind the Lexus, responded immediately to the crash. The boxer, who recently made a successful return to the ring with a victory over Jake Paul, is now receiving medical attention for his injuries. The identities of the two deceased have not yet been released, and a full police inquiry into the exact cause of the fatal smash is expected. This shocking news has sent waves of concern through the global boxing community and among his fans worldwide.
