The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed that world-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal road traffic accident along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway on Monday morning.
The crash occurred at about 11:00 am near the Sagamu Interchange, just before Danco Filling Station, on the Ibadan-bound axis. Joshua, who was seated in the rear of a Lexus SUV, sustained minor injuries and is currently receiving medical attention.
Two other passengers in the vehicle, however, died at the scene. Their remains have been deposited at Livewell Hospital Morgue, Sagamu.
Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, speaking on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, said:
“The Ogun State Police Command confirms that world-renowned boxer, Anthony Joshua, was involved in a road traffic accident today, Monday, December 29, 2025, at about 11:00 am, in Makun, Ogun State. The vehicle conveying Anthony Joshua, a Lexus SUV, was involved in the accident under circumstances that are currently being investigated. He was seated in the rear of the vehicle, sustained minor injuries and is receiving medical attention.Tragically, two other passengers in the vehicle lost their lives at the scene. The deceased have been conveyed to Livewell Hospital Morgue, Sagamu. The Ogun State Police Command extends heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and assures the public that a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident has commenced.”
The police say further updates will be communicated as investigations progress.
