Overview
- Police and road safety officials said the SUV carrying Joshua struck a stationary truck on the Lagos–Ibadan highway at Makun around 11 a.m. local time.
- Joshua, 36, was a rear-seat passenger and sustained minor injuries, according to police, and he is receiving medical attention.
- Five adults were in the vehicle and two died at the scene, with officials withholding the victims' identities and the hospital location for security reasons.
- Witnesses reported the boxer was traveling in a two-car convoy, and widely shared videos showed him being assisted at the scene amid shattered glass.
- Promoter Eddie Hearn said they are seeking direct contact with Joshua and, based on available images, he appears to be well.