Anthony Joshua heads home amidst emotions, heavy heart
Anthony Joshua
British Nigerian boxer, Anthony Joshua, who was involved in an accident that claimed the lives of his two associates on Lagos -Ibadan expressway on Monday has been discharged from hospital where he has been for treatment.
The Lagos and Ogun state governments in a jointly signed statement said Joshua was released from the hospital late Wednesday afternoon.
The statement was signed by Gbenga Omotoso, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos and Kayode Akinmade Special Adviser, Information and Strategy, Ogun.
According to the statement, Joshua was released by the management of Lagoon Hospital Ikoyi, Lagos who attended to him and those that sustained injuries after it was adjudged that he can continue his recovery at home.
The statement added that Joshua was heavy hearted and full of emotions over the loss of his two close friends, Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami who died in the crash.
It was also revealed that the boxer and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos to pay their final respects to his two departed friends after he was released from the hospital.
The statement further indicated that the deceased friends of the boxer were being prepared for repatriation scheduled for later this evening.
Read the full statement below
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 .
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 .
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu deeply appreciate the public concern and show of love and affection over this very sad and unfortunate incident.
They also appreciate Mr President. His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for all fatherly support he gave through out the process .
We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel at the Lagoon Hospital Ikoyi that attended to Anthony and those that sustained injuries . The quality of care and professionalism is truly commendable.
Signed:
Gbenga Omotoso
Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos
Kayode Akinmade
Special Adviser, Information and Strategy
Ogun.
