By Ghazali Ibrahim
The global boxing world has been reacting with concern and relief after British‑Nigerian heavyweight Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious car crash on Monday, December 29, along the Lagos‑Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State, Nigeria. Police confirm the accident killed two passengers and left Joshua with minor injuries, and now fighters, promoters and fans are speaking out.
Joshua’s long‑time promoter, Eddie Hearn, took to social media to update fans, saying he was shocked by the news while on holiday.
According to Hearn, the former world champion “appears to be okay” based on footage seen so far, though direct contact with Joshua was still pending as of Monday. Hearn stressed that more concrete information would follow once the team connects with him.
Across social media, boxers and fans expressed relief that Joshua survived what has been described as a “brutal” accident. Clips and images circulating online show Joshua being helped from the wrecked vehicle amid glass debris, prompting an outpouring of prayer and good wishes from fighters of all levels.
While the boxing world focuses on Joshua, some public attention has shifted to the emergency response at the scene. Posts from eyewitnesses and netizens suggest that ambulances and first responders were slow to arrive, leading to criticism of Nigerian authorities. However, official comments from police and safety agencies say investigations into the crash are ongoing.
The crash comes less than two weeks after Joshua’s high‑profile knockout victory over Jake Paul in Miami, a match that thrust him back into the global spotlight.
