{"id":25889,"date":"2025-12-31T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-31T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.funminews.com\/?p=25889"},"modified":"2025-12-31T09:35:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T08:35:12","slug":"tinubu-sends-sympathy-to-boxing-champion-anthony-joshua-after-road-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.funminews.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/31\/tinubu-sends-sympathy-to-boxing-champion-anthony-joshua-after-road-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Tinubu Sends Sympathy to Boxing Champion Anthony Joshua After Road Accident"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>LAGOS, Nigeria (FN)<\/strong> \u2014 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a message of sympathy to world heavyweight boxing champion <strong>Anthony Joshua<\/strong> after a fatal road accident in Nigeria that killed two members of his training team and left the fighter injured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Authorities said the crash occurred Monday along the <strong>Lagos\u2013Ibadan Expressway<\/strong>, a busy route in Ogun State. Joshua was traveling with his entourage when their vehicle collided with a truck. His strength coach and trainer died at the scene, while Joshua was treated for non\u2011life\u2011threatening injuries at a Lagos hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a statement Tuesday, Tinubu described the incident as a \u201ctragic loss\u201d and extended condolences to the families of the deceased. He praised Joshua as a \u201cnational treasure and global sports ambassador\u201d and wished him a swift recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe nation mourns with you, Anthony,\u201d Tinubu said. \u201cWe stand by you in this difficult time and pray for healing and strength.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The accident has drawn global attention, with fellow boxers <strong>Tyson Fury<\/strong> and <strong>Oleksandr Usyk<\/strong> among those sending messages of support. Fans across Nigeria also expressed shock, noting Joshua\u2019s role as one of the country\u2019s most celebrated athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lagos\u2013Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria\u2019s busiest highways, has long been notorious for accidents, raising renewed concerns about road safety. Officials said investigations are underway to determine the cause of the collision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joshua\u2019s management team confirmed he remains in stable condition and is expected to continue recovery in Lagos before resuming training. His next fight, tentatively scheduled for mid\u20112026, may be delayed pending medical clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tinubu\u2019s message underscores the boxer\u2019s significance not only in sports but also as a symbol of Nigerian pride on the global stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For now, the nation and the boxing world await further updates on Joshua\u2019s recovery, while mourning the loss of his close team members.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LAGOS, Nigeria (FN) \u2014 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a message of sympathy to world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua after a fatal road accident in Nigeria that killed two members of his training team and left the fighter injured. 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