Anthony Joshua’s promoters have confirmed that two members of the boxer’s team were killed in the car crash involving him in Nigeria on Sunday.
Joshua suffered injuries in a “traffic accident” in Lagos and was revealed by the Governments of Ogun and Lagos to be in a stable condition in hospital afterwards.
But it has been confirmed by Matchroom Boxing that two members of Joshua’s team and close friends of the boxer - Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele - tragically died in the crash.
It had been reported earlier in the day that there two casualties at the scene.
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In a statement released on social media on Sunday night, Matchroom said: “Anthony Joshua was involved in a road traffic accident in Lagos, Nigeria, earlier today.
“With profound sadness it has been confirmed that two close friends and team members Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele have tragically passed away.
“Matchroom Boxing and 258 BXG can confirm that Anthony sustained injuries in the accident and was taken to hospital for checks and treatment.
“He is in a stable condition and will remain there for observation. Our deepest condolences and prayers are with the families and friends of all those affected – and we ask that their privacy is respected at this incredibly difficult time.
“No further comment will be made at this time.”
A witness told local news organisation The Punch that Joshua had suffered minor injuries, while an eyewitness said: "It was a two-vehicle convoy: a Lexus SUV and a Pajero SUV.
"Joshua was seated behind the driver, with another person beside him. There was also a passenger sitting beside the driver, making four occupants in the Lexus that crashed. His security detail was in the vehicle behind them before the crash.
"Other eyewitnesses and I began the rescue and flagged down oncoming vehicles to assist. A few minutes after the crash, officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps arrived."
