Nigeria vs Uganda: Key Super Eagles Players Risk Suspension Ahead of AFCON Clash

Four key Super Eagles players are on the brink of suspension ahead of Nigeria’s crucial Group C match against Uganda at the ongoing AFCON 2025 tournament.

Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Semi Ajayi, and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali are all one yellow card away from missing Nigeria’s Round of 16 clash.

Nigeria’s talismanic striker, Osimhen, could be sidelined if he receives a caution on Tuesday, potentially forcing coach Eric Chelle to start Paul Onuachu in his place.

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Lookman, who has scored in both of Nigeria’s AFCON matches so far, also faces the risk of suspension. Meanwhile, Semi Ajayi’s yellow card situation may prompt Chelle to consider Zaidu Sanusi as a full-back replacement. Nwabali, booked for time-wasting against Tunisia, could be replaced by Francis Uzoho if he picks up another caution.

A victory against Uganda would see the Super Eagles finish the group stage with a perfect nine points, following wins over Tanzania (2-1) and Tunisia (3-2), cementing their place in the AFCON knockout stage.

Nigeria vs Uganda: Key Super Eagles Players Risk Suspension Ahead of AFCON Clash

Two Dead as Anthony Joshua Survives Ogun Expressway Crash

World heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua was on Monday involved in a fatal road accident in Ogun State, resulting in the deaths of two persons.

The accident occurred in the Makun area of Ogun State, along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, a major traffic corridor linking the South-West to other parts of the country.

Eyewitnesses said Joshua was travelling in a Lexus Jeep with registration number KRD 850 HN when the vehicle reportedly rammed into a stationary truck. The exact cause of the collision has not yet been established.

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A rescuer, Adeniyi Orojo, who participated in the emergency response, confirmed that Anthony Joshua sustained injuries in the crash. He added that two occupants of the vehicle died instantly at the scene.

According to Orojo, the accident occurred shortly before Danco Filling Station, in Makun, near the Sagamu Interchange, on the Ibadan-bound lane of the expressway.

In the aftermath of the incident, concerned fans flooded social media with messages expressing worry over the boxer’s condition, while security agencies and traffic officials have launched investigations into the crash.

Attempts to reach the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) Commandant, Akinbiyi Babatunde, for official comments were unsuccessful as calls to his phone were not answered as of the time of filing this report.

Two Dead as Anthony Joshua Survives Ogun Expressway Crash

Anthony Joshua injured as two die in fatal Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash (plus photos)

World-renowned British-Nigerian boxing star, Anthony Joshua, was on Monday involved in a tragic road accident on the ever-busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, a highway notorious for frequent crashes due to heavy traffic, speeding and poor driving culture.

The accident occurred around Makun area of Ogun State, according to eyewitness accounts, when Joshua’s vehicle collided with another car under circumstances that are still being investigated by security and traffic authorities.

Eyewitnesses at the scene said the former heavyweight world champion sustained minor injuries and was promptly attended to, while two occupants of the other vehicle reportedly lost their lives instantly as a result of the impact. Their identities were yet to be officially confirmed as of press time.

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The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria’s busiest road corridor linking the commercial capital to the South-West and other parts of the country, has recorded numerous fatal accidents in recent years, despite ongoing reconstruction efforts by the Federal Government.

Joshua, one of Nigeria’s most celebrated sports figures globally, commands a massive following both at home and abroad. News of the accident sparked concern among fans, while also reigniting public debate on road safety and emergency response on major highways.

Authorities were said to have commenced investigations into the crash, while traffic was temporarily disrupted at the scene.

The incident was first reported by The Punch.

Anthony Joshua injured as two die in fatal Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash (plus photos)