Anthony Joshua was injured in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two people.
According to the Ogun State Police Command, Joshua, 36, sustained minor injuries when the Lexus SUV he was riding in collided with a parked truck.
According to the US Federal Traffic Safety Corps (FRSC), the Lexus is suspected of being driven over the speed limit and losing control while passing.
The crash occurred around 11 a.m. in Macun, about 30 miles from Lagos.
Footage posted on social media shows Joshua in pain and dazed as he is rescued from the wrecked vehicle.
Britain’s former world heavyweight champion, who was in the back of a car carrying four other adult men, was pulled from the wreckage by a crowd of onlookers.
The footage shows Joshua wincing in pain, although he is conscious.
Police confirmed that Joshua was taken to hospital and are investigating the cause of the accident.
Two people were confirmed dead at the scene. Those details have not yet been released.
The other two passengers were not injured, FRSC said.
Anthony Joshua was taken to hospital with minor injuries after being involved in a traffic accident in Nigeria.
Full statement of the Ogun State Police Command
“Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident today, Monday, December 29, 2025, at around 11am in Makun, Ogun State.
“The incident occurred along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, just before the Danko filling station and near the Sagami Interchange towards Ibadan.
“A Lexus SUV carrying Anthony Joshua was involved in an accident which is currently under investigation. He was seated in the back seat of the vehicle and sustained minor injuries and is receiving medical treatment.”
“Sadly, two other passengers in the vehicle lost their lives at the scene. The deceased were taken to Livewell Hospital Mortuary in Sagamu.”
“The Ogun State Police Command extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and assures the public that a thorough investigation has been launched into the circumstances of the accident.
“Further updates regarding the incident will be provided as the investigation progresses.”
Anthony Joshua recently fought against YouTuber Jake Paul in Miami
Joshua, who is of Nigerian descent, had recently spent time in Nigeria after fighting Jake Paul in Miami.
After a 15-month hiatus from the sport, Joshua made his return with a sixth-round knockout win over the YouTube star on Dec. 19 at Caseya Center.
Paul expressed his condolences in a post on social media, saying: “Life is more important than boxing.
“I am praying for the lives lost, for AJ, and for those affected by today’s unfortunate accident.”
