Anthony Joshua Leaves Hospital After Tragic Accident That Killed Two Associates

Anthony Joshua Leaves Hospital After Tragic Accident That Killed Two Associates

The Lagos State Government and Ogun State Government have confirmed that world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital following a tragic road accident that claimed the lives of two of his associates.

In a joint statement issued on Wednesday, the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, and the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the Ogun State Governor, Kayode Akinmade, disclosed that Joshua was discharged late Wednesday afternoon after being certified clinically fit.

The statement said both state governments once again commiserated with the families of the deceased, Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami, who lost their lives in the accident involving the boxing star on December 29, 2025.

“We pray that the Almighty grants the repose of their souls and gives their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss,” the statement read.

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Although Anthony Joshua was discharged in a stable condition, the governments noted that he remained “heavy-hearted and full of emotions” over the loss of his two close friends and would continue his recuperation at home.

The statement further revealed that Joshua and his mother visited a funeral home in Lagos on Wednesday afternoon to pay their final respects to the deceased, as arrangements were concluded for their repatriation later in the day.

According to the release, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu expressed deep appreciation for the outpouring of public sympathy, prayers, and support that followed the tragic incident. The governors also thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support throughout the period.

The two state governments equally commended the doctors and medical personnel at Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, for their professionalism and quality medical care in attending to Joshua and others injured in the accident.

The fatal crash has continued to draw nationwide sympathy, with Nigerians expressing condolences to the bereaved families and wishing the former world heavyweight champion a full and speedy recovery.

Anthony Joshua Leaves Hospital After Tragic Accident That Killed Two Associates