Joshua

The Lagos and Ogun State Governments have confirmed the discharge of boxing heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, from hospital following Monday’s accident on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.

The governments disclosed this via a statement issued by Kayode Akinmade, the Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Information, and the Lagos State Commissioner for Information,Gbenga Omotoso, on Wednesday night.

The governments said: “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.

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“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.”

They quoted Governor Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as deeply appreciating the public concern and show of love and affection over the “very sad and unfortunate incident”.

They also appreciated President Bola Tinubu for “all fatherly support he gave through out the process.”

“We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel tag the Lagoon Hospital Ikoyi that attended to Anthony and those that sustained injuries. The quality of care and professionalism is truly commendable,” the governments stated.

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