World boxing champion Anthony Joshua is recovering in hospital following a road accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The crash, which occurred around midday, involved a Toyota Lexus jeep carrying Joshua and three other passengers.

Tragically, two of the passengers lost their lives. They have been identified as Ayodele Kelvin Olu, 36, a Nigerian-British citizen, and Gami Sina, 36, a British citizen.

The Ogun State Government confirmed the incident and extended condolences to the families of the victims in a statement signed by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade.

“Upon receiving information about the accident, Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun visited the hospital where Joshua was receiving treatment,” the statement said.

He was later joined by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Both governors remained at the hospital for several hours to oversee the situation and ensure Joshua received appropriate medical care.

Governor Abiodun added that he personally monitored Joshua’s treatment. “As soon as I was informed, I headed straight to the hospital and was later joined by Governor Sanwo-Olu. We both took charge of the situation, oversaw Anthony Joshua’s care, and remained at the hospital for over seven hours,” he said.

Other top officials who visited the hospital included the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, and the Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Mr. Bukola Olopade.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was fully briefed on the incident and spoke separately with Anthony Joshua, his mother, and Governor Abiodun, offering his sympathy and condolences.

The British High Commission was also informed. Its Deputy Head of Mission, Mr. Simon Field, visited the hospital and met with Joshua and the two governors, while the families of the deceased were contacted through the Mission.

The Ogun State Government confirmed that Joshua is in a stable condition and receiving proper medical care. Governor Abiodun praised the hospital team, saying, “We are comfortable with the doctors and the quality of care at the hospital, and we appreciate the medical team for their professionalism.”

Authorities have launched a full investigation into the cause of the accident, with findings to be released publicly. The state government pledged to provide further updates as necessary.

Quoting President Tinubu, Governor Abiodun said, “This immense tragedy has cast a deep shadow over this season. These are very difficult moments, and we must stand firm, united, and encourage one another as brothers and sisters with a shared destiny.”