World-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua has been discharged from a Lagos hospital after receiving treatment following a road accident that occurred on Monday along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State.
This was confirmed in a statement jointly issued on Thursday by the Lagos and Ogun state governments.
According to the statement, signed by Gbenga Omotoso, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos State, and Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Ogun State, the boxer was discharged after being deemed clinically fit to continue his recovery at home.
“The governments of Lagos and Ogun states, once again, commiserate with the families of the two young men – Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami – who tragically and unfortunately lost their lives in the road accident involving Anthony Joshua on the 29th Dec 2025. We pray The Almighty grant the repose of their souls whilst granting their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss.
“Anthony Joshua was discharged from hospital late this afternoon though heavy hearted and full of emotions over the loss of his two close friends he was deemed clinical fit to recuperate from home.”
The statement added that Joshua and his mother visited a funeral home in Lagos on Wednesday to pay their last respects to the deceased ahead of their repatriation scheduled for later in the evening.
“Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to pay their final respects to his two deported friends as they were being prepared for repatriation scheduled for later this evening.”
“Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu deeply appreciate the public concern and show of love and affection over this very sad and unfortunate incident.”
“They also appreciate Mr President. His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for all fatherly support he gave throughout the process.”
The governments also commended the medical team that treated Joshua and other injured persons.
“We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel at the Lagoon Hospital Ikoyi that attended to Anthony and those that sustained injuries. The quality of care and professionalism is truly commendable.”
Credit: Nigerian Tribune