Anthony Joshua: Reason Driver May Face Prosecution as Boxer Suffers Leg Fracture Emerges
- The driver involved in the crash that injured Anthony Joshua and killed two of his team members may face prosecution for reckless or dangerous driving
- Investigations by the FRSC showed excessive speed and wrongful overtaking, which are breaches of traffic regulations and could attract criminal liability
- Authorities are finalising documentation with the Nigeria Police Motor Traffic Division to determine appropriate charges, while Joshua recovers
Legit.ng's Muslim Muhammad Yusuf is a 2025 Wole Soyinka Award-winning journalist with over 8 years of experience in investigative reporting, human rights, politics, governance and accountability in Nigeria.
Emerging reports indicate that the driver involved in the fatal road crash that injured former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua may face prosecution for reckless driving.
Heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident on Monday, 29 December, in Makun, Ogun state, Nigeria, during which two people lost their lives.
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The two-time world champion is on holiday in Nigeria after his return to the boxing ring with an exhibition win over Jake Paul.
Nigerians, including former vice president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, reacted to the incident, sending well-wishes to the heavyweight boxer.
A source familiar with the investigation told Vanguard that findings by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) showed the vehicle was being driven at excessive speed and involved in wrongful overtaking, offences considered serious breaches of traffic regulations and potentially criminal when deaths occur.
The source said:
“Preliminary reports indicate the driver exceeded speed limits and overtook dangerously before the crash."
“These are serious offences under Nigerian law and can attract criminal liability if fatalities are involved.”
Investigators are said to be finalising documentation for the Nigeria Police Motor Traffic Division, which is coordinating with prosecutors to determine the appropriate charges.
Anthony Joshua sustains fracture
The source confirmed that Joshua sustained a fracture in one of his legs during the accident, adding that prosecution for dangerous or reckless driving causing death is reportedly under consideration.
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The crash occurred on Monday, December 29, 2025, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and tragically claimed the lives of two of Joshua’s close friends and team members, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele.
Although authorities have not yet made a formal public statement, the incident has renewed public debate on road safety and accountability on Nigerian highways.
“Incidents like this highlight the urgent need for strict enforcement of traffic laws and driver accountability,” the source added.
He said the case is expected to set a precedent regarding reckless driving and accountability on Nigerian roads, especially when high-profile figures are involved.
Tinubu sends message to Anthony Joshua
Legit.ng earlier reported that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sympathised with world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, after the tragic road accident.
The president extended his deep sympathies to Joshua and his family after the unfortunate incident.
This was contained in a statement issued via his X handle @officialABAT on Monday, December 29, 2025.
How much Joshua earned from Paul fight
Legit.ng previously reported how much Anthony Joshua earned after his exhibition fight against Jake Paul, which he won in the sixth round.
The two boxers split a fixed fee of $184 million, with sponsorship fees and other fees taking it above $100 million each for the 939-second fight.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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