Tinubu Speaks with Anthony Joshua, Mother after Fatal Road Accident

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has spoken directly with Nigerian-British boxing star Anthony Joshua and his mother following the tragic accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway that left Joshua injured and claimed the lives of two of his associates.

In a telephone conversation on Monday, Tinubu personally conveyed his condolences to Joshua, assuring him of his prayers and support.

‘I spoke with AJ on the phone to personally convey my condolences over the death of his two associates. I wished him well and prayed for him. He assured me that he is receiving the best care in the hospital,’ the President said.

Tinubu also reached out to Joshua’s mother, offering prayers and words of comfort.

‘She was very appreciative of my call,’ he noted. The President further confirmed that he had spoken with Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, who was present at the hospital, and received assurances that Joshua would receive the best possible medical attention.

Earlier, Tinubu had issued a statement on X expressing profound sympathy for Joshua and his family. ‘I sympathise with you and your family as you bear the emotional weight of this unfortunate incident. As a sportsman, you have always shown courage, discipline, and unwavering love for our country. These are qualities that have made you a source of national pride,’ the statement read.

The President, currently abroad, added: ‘In moments like this, we must encourage one another as brothers and sisters with a shared destiny. I pray for strength, wisdom, and grace for you during this painful period. May God grant you a speedy recovery and repose to the souls of the departed.’

The accident, which occurred near the Sagamu axis of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, claimed the lives of Joshua’s strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami, and his personal trainer, Kevin Latif Ayodele.