Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal car crash on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Makun, Ogun State, Nigeria, on Monday, December 29, 2025, around 11 a.m. The incident resulted in the deaths of two people, while Joshua sustained only minor injuries and is reported to be in stable condition. He was taken to a hospital for medical attention, though authorities confirmed he is fine.
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The crash occurred when the vehicle carrying Joshua, a Lexus Jeep, collided with a stationary truck on the busy expressway.
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Joshua was seated in the back seat of the vehicle, and eyewitnesses reported that he was surrounded by broken glass after the crash.
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Ogun State Police Command confirmed the fatalities and stated that the accident is under investigation.
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According to Ogun State Police Commissioner Lanre Ogunlowo, the crash was caused by a burst tire on Joshua’s vehicle, which led to a loss of control and the collision with the stationary truck.
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Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, who is on holiday in the Caribbean, confirmed he had just learned of the incident and that Joshua appeared to be OK based on images seen.
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The accident took place just ten days after Joshua’s highly publicized knockout victory over Jake Paul.
Credits: BBC news
