World-renowned heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident on Sunday in Makun, Ogun State, according to eyewitness accounts.
The incident reportedly occurred along a busy stretch of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, a major highway linking Lagos with several southwestern states.
Eyewitness Accounts
Eyewitnesses at the scene said the accident took place in the Makun area, drawing the attention of motorists and passers-by due to the high traffic volume on the route.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the crash, including the number of vehicles involved and the extent of damage, were still sketchy at the time of filing this report.
No Official Statement Yet
As of press time, there has been no official statement from Anthony Joshua’s management team, the police, or emergency response agencies regarding the incident.
It also remains unclear whether the boxer sustained any injuries or the level of damage to the vehicle involved.
Public Concern and Reactions
News of the incident quickly spread among road users and on social media, with fans and members of the public expressing concern over the boxer’s safety.
Anthony Joshua, a former unified heavyweight world champion, is one of the most recognisable figures in global boxing and maintains strong ties to Nigeria, his ancestral homeland.
Authorities Yet to Comment
Efforts to obtain confirmation from the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps, the Federal Road Safety Corps, and the police were ongoing as of the time of this report.
Further updates are expected as official information becomes available.
