Dare Babalola
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to Anthony Joshua after the boxer survived a road accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
In a statement on X, President Tinubu acknowledged the loss of lives in the accident, noting that the incident transcends a mere celebrity accident as families are grieving and a national figure like Joshua has been affected.
His reference to the accident “casting a deep shadow on this season” stresses that the unfortunate event comes at a time meant for festivities.
The statement read, “I extend my deep sympathies to you following the tragic accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, which claimed two precious lives and caused you injuries.
Anthony Joshua survives car crash on Lagos–Ibadan expressway
“This immense tragedy casts a deep shadow on this season.
“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.
“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.”
Joshua, on Monday morning, survived a car accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway.
Two unidentified persons lost their lives in the crash. Joshua was travelling in a Lexus Jeep marked KRD 850 HN when the vehicle rammed into a stationary truck parked along the highway.
He was rescued from the scene with minor injuries.
