Heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua is recovering in a Nigerian hospital after surviving a serious car crash that tragically killed two of his close friends and team members.
Mother's Rush to Lagos Hospital
Anthony Joshua's mother has reportedly rushed to be at her son's bedside at the Duchess International Hospital in Lagos. The President of Nigeria confirmed her arrival on Monday, highlighting the concern for the 36-year-old British-Nigerian sports star. The hospital is recognised as Nigeria's leading private medical facility.
Details of the Tragic Accident
The accident occurred on Monday in Nigeria. Joshua was travelling with his strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami, and his personal trainer, Latif "Latz" Ayodele. Tragically, both Ghami and Ayodele lost their lives in the collision.
Eyewitnesses described a scene of such violent impact that some initially mistook the noise for a bomb blast. One witness told Nigerian outlet Vanguard that the bang "jolted everyone." After realising it was a road accident, bystanders rushed to help.
It was reported that Joshua complained of pain in his leg following the crash. The boxer is now understood to be in a stable condition under medical care.
Eyewitness Account and Aftermath
According to the witness account, one of the survivors from the scene shouted for people to help those in the other vehicle, identifying one of them as Anthony Joshua. The witness noted that not everyone present recognised the world-famous boxer until a local passerby confirmed they were from the same area of Sagamu.
The boxing world is now awaiting further updates on Joshua's recovery while mourning the profound loss of Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, key figures in his training team. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life, even for global sporting icons.
