Breaking: Tinubu Speaks with Anthony Joshua, Mother, Others after Road Accident, Shares Details
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reacted to the fatal accident involving Nigerian-British former heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua
- Legit.ng reports that Joshua lost two of his close associates in the tragic road crash along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State
- Tinubu shared details of his telephone conversation with Joshua, his mother, and others after the unfortunate incidenta a
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FCT, Abuja - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has spoken with Anthony Joshua and his mother over the phone following the tragic accident along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Ogun state.
Legit.ng reports that the Nigerian-British former heavyweight boxing champion lost two of his associates in the road crash.
Source: Twitter
Presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, shared details of Tinubu’s phone call with Joshua and his mother via his X handle @aonanuga1956.
"I spoke with AJ on the phone to personally convey my condolences over the death of his two associates. I wished him well and prayed for him. He assured me that he is receiving the best care in the hospital.
"I also spoke with AJ's mother and prayed for her. She was very appreciative of my call.
"Additionally, I spoke to Governor Dapo Abiodun, who was in the hospital with them. The Governor assured me that he will do everything possible to ensure AJ receives the best possible attention."
Nigerians react as Anthony Joshua survives accident
Legit.ng compiled some reactions below:
@cyberdoc234
What about those who lose their lives daily on the same road? Are they less human? I understand the love for AJ...but there should be empathy for all Nigerians and fixing our healthcare systems. There is no Trauma centre in Ogun State or most Nigerian states!
@realadnantweet
Our roads are without safety or repairment which causes loss of lives & property. Anthony Joshua's tragedy attracts media attention around the world, but imagine many car accidents involving thousands of ordinary Nigerians every day?
@Samzonal
He pulled out a telephone call because it is AJ. Nigerian lives are lost daily on Nigerian roads because of bad roads. This President never cares for the least of the citizens.
@IyanuOlaiya1
In the area of public healthcare. There is a critical need for properly equipped medical facilities that can effectively reach local communities, supported by functional ambulance services and rapid emergency response.
@Wahala_Digest
It's interesting how quickly the president connects with celebrities after an incident, yet crucial national issues often struggle to get high-level attention. This shows where priorities may truly lie.
@AbduLkinG_
President is abroad receiving medical attention, and at the same time condoling with the one whoa a is receiving medical attention at home. Development is a Choice
FRSC mentions cause of accident involving Anthony Joshua
Recall that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) mentioned the primary causes of the crash involving world-renowned boxer, Anthony Joshua.
The tragic accident occurred today, Monday, 29 December 2025, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State.
Olusegun Ogungbemide, the Assistant Corps Marshal, Public Education Officer, shared more details about the unfortunate incident.
Anthony Joshua accident: What to know about Lagos-Ibadan expressway
Legit.ng earlier reported that reports confirmed Joshua was involved in an accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway that killed two people.
The incident once again drew attention to the dangers of Nigeria’s busiest highway, which has long been regarded as the deadliest road in the country.
Proofreading by Kola Muhammed, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
