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social mediaBritish heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital days after a fatal car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends.
Ogun and Lagos states said in a joint statement that the former world champion was believed to be recovering at home, adding that he was “heartbroken” over the loss of his friend.
The 36-year-old man was traveling in a Lexus SUV when he collided with a stationary truck on a major highway in Ogun state near Lagos on Monday.
The two men who died were Joshua’s close friends and team members, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele.
The joint statement added that after leaving hospital on Wednesday, the Briton visited a funeral home where his friend’s body was “preparing for repatriation”.
Earlier, Eddie Hearn, who has promoted Joshua since he turned professional after winning gold at the 2012 Olympics, paid tribute to Joshua Joshua’s close friend and team member.
“RIP Raz and Sina,” Hearn posted on Instagram.
“Your energy and loyalty will be deeply missed along with so many other great qualities. Praying for strength and guidance for all their family, friends and of course AJ during this very difficult time.”
Gami is Joshua’s full-time athletic and athletic rehabilitation coach and has worked with him for over ten years.
Ogun State police spokesman Oluseyi Babaseyi told the BBC on Wednesday that “the investigation is still ongoing” and that the process “remains cautious”.
The Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), where the accident occurred, said preliminary investigations revealed that the vehicle suffered a puncture. before hitting the truck.
Joshua, who was born in Watford to Nigerian parents, was on holiday in Nigeria after defeating Jake Paul in Miami on December 19.
earlier, Posted by Tony Bellew, Retired Lightweight World Champion X on: “Condolences and prayers to the families of these men. Tragic loss in horrific circumstances!
“I hope he (Joshua) can deal with this over time because there are few things in life more painful than grief.”
Two-time undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and former British heavyweight champion Tyson Fury also posted their condolences on Instagram Stories.
