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Anthony Joshua Stable After Nigeria Highway Crash That Killed Two Team Members

Officials are probing whether a burst tyre or excessive speed during an overtaking manoeuvre caused the SUV to strike a stationary truck.

Overview

  • Police and Matchroom Boxing said Joshua sustained minor injuries and remains in hospital in stable condition under observation.
  • The two people who died were identified as close friends and team members Sina Ghami and Kevin “Latif” Ayodele.
  • The collision occurred around 11 a.m. near Makun/Sagamu on the LagosIbadan Expressway when a Lexus SUV carrying Joshua hit a stationary truck.
  • Investigators have issued differing preliminary accounts, with the Ogun State police commissioner citing a burst tyre and the Federal Road Safety Corps pointing to excessive speed during an overtaking attempt.
  • Road safety officials reported five adult males were involved as rescue teams responded within minutes, while Nigeria’s president and state governments offered condolences and health updates.