The family of world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has expressed deep concern after being unable to contact or visit him following a fatal road accident that occurred on Monday along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway.
Speaking with Punch, Joshua’s uncle, Adedamola Joshua, said the incident came as a devastating surprise to the family.
He explained that they only became aware of the crash after receiving several phone calls from friends and well-wishers seeking confirmation of the news.
“The report that our son, Anthony Joshua, was involved in a fatal accident came to us as a complete shock,” he said. “We did not hear about it immediately; instead, people began calling us to ask if it was true. Anthony usually returns home three or four times a year, especially during festive periods, which are always moments of joy for the family. This incident was totally unexpected.”
According to him, although the family has been in contact with Joshua’s parents, who are also currently in Nigeria, they have not been granted permission to visit him at the medical facility where he is being treated, the location of which has not been disclosed.
“We are anxious to see him, even if only a few of us are allowed. However, we understand the need to protect him due to his international profile,” he added.
The accident resulted in the deaths of two of Joshua’s close associates and team members: Ayodele Kelvin Olu, 36, a Nigerian-British citizen, and Gami Sina, 36, a British citizen.
Joshua’s uncle conveyed his grief over their passing and offered prayers to the bereaved families.
“We are deeply saddened that two people very close to Joshua lost their lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families and loved ones. May God grant them the strength to endure this painful loss,” he said.
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