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President Bola Tinubu expressed sympathy to boxer Anthony Joshua after a serious car crash.
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The accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway killed two people and left Joshua with injuries.
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The president used the moment to call for greater national road safety awareness.
President Bola Tinubu has reached out to offer his sympathies to Nigerian British boxer Anthony Joshua, following a deadly road accident on Monday. The crash on the busy Lagos Ibadan Expressway resulted in two fatalities and left the former heavyweight champion with minor injuries.
In a statement shared online, the president described the incident as a painful loss. He extended his condolences to the families of the two individuals who died and offered support to Joshua.
“I extend my deep sympathies to you following the tragic accident,” Tinubu’s statement read. “I sympathise with you and your family as you bear the emotional weight of this unfortunate incident.”
A Call for National Care on the Roads
Tinubu praised Joshua’s character, calling him a source of national pride known for his courage and discipline. The president also highlighted the need for collective support during difficult times.
“In moments like this, we must encourage one another as brothers and sisters with a shared destiny,” Tinubu said.
He concluded with prayers for Joshua’s speedy recovery and for the souls of the deceased. The accident has renewed public discussion about road safety conditions on the crucial Lagos Ibadan Expressway, a major artery known for heavy traffic and frequent accidents.
Joshua was in Nigeria visiting family after a recent boxing victory in the United States. He remains under medical observation locally. The president’s public message underscores the boxer’s significant profile in the country, where he is seen as a prominent sporting ambassador.
