A Nigerian man has shared his strong opinion on the car crash involving former heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, calling for full accountability for those responsible for the incident.
The tragic accident occurred on December 29, 2025, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State. GistReel had earlier reported that the crash resulted in the deaths of two people, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, both close friends and team members of Joshua. The boxer, who was seated in the backseat at the time, fortunately sustained only minor injuries and was quickly transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention and observation.
Man Speaks Out on Anthony Joshua’s Crash
A concerned Nigerian with the X handle @lollypezzle reposted a video of the accident, stressing that Anthony Joshua’s driver must be held accountable for his actions during the crash. The post, which has since gone viral with over 300,000 views, highlighted the frustration felt by Nigerians over road safety standards and accountability. In the accompanying message, the user stated emphatically, “Nigerian standard, this vehicle is well parked. The driver who drove Anthony Joshua must not escape justice.”
The man’s post sparked widespread discussion, with many users expressing similar concerns about road safety and the need for strict enforcement of traffic laws in Nigeria.
Eyewitness Account of the Crash
Another Nigerian user, identified as @deyemidada on X (formerly Twitter), claimed he was traveling just one vehicle behind the scene when the crash occurred. According to his post, he observed FRSC officials arriving on foot and running to the scene only five minutes after the crash. He detailed that Anthony Joshua was carefully extracted from the wrecked vehicle and that traffic was efficiently cleared within approximately ten minutes, allowing other vehicles to continue along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway without further obstruction.
The eyewitness account provided additional context to the tragic event, underscoring the swift response of emergency personnel, though questions about the driver’s responsibility remain at the center of public discussion.
The incident has reignited conversations on Nigerian road safety, driver accountability, and emergency response preparedness. Many Nigerians have continued to call on relevant authorities to ensure thorough investigations are conducted and justice is served, particularly given the high-profile nature of the victims involved. Social media users have stressed that lessons must be learned to prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future.