World heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from the hospital following a tragic road accident that occurred on December 29, 2025.
In a joint statement released Wednesday, the Lagos and Ogun State governments confirmed that Joshua was cleared by medical professionals after being certified “clinically fit.”
While the boxing star recovers, officials expressed their continued condolences to the families of Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami—two of Joshua’s associates who lost their lives in the crash.
The update was provided by Lagos Information Commissioner Gbenga Omotoso and Ogun State’s Special Adviser on Strategy, Kayode Akinmade.
“We pray that the Almighty grants the repose of their souls and gives their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss,” the statement emailed to Persecondnews said.
Although Joshua was discharged in a stable condition, he remained “heavy-hearted and full of emotions” over the loss of his two close friends and would continue his recuperation at home.
Anthony Joshua and his mother were at a funeral home in Lagos on Wednesday afternoon to pay their final respects to the deceased as arrangements were being made for their repatriation later in the evening.
The statement said Ogun Gov. Dapo Abiodun, and his Lagos State counterpart, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, deeply appreciated the outpouring of public concern, love, and support following the tragic incident.
The governors also expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support throughout the period.
The governments also commended the doctors and medical personnel at Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, for their professionalism and quality care in attending to Joshua and others who sustained injuries in the accident.
The incident has continued to attract nationwide sympathy, with many Nigerians expressing condolences to the bereaved families and wishing Joshua a full recovery.
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