World-renowned heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua, narrowly escaped death after being involved in a serious road accident today along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, near Makun, Ogun State.

The crash, which occurred close to the Danco Filling Station, reportedly claimed the lives of two individuals at the scene.

Eyewitness accounts revealed that the Lexus SUV conveying Joshua, bearing registration number KRD 850 HN, collided with a stationary truck parked along the highway. The impact of the collision caused severe damage to the vehicle.

Rescue officials who arrived promptly at the scene confirmed that Joshua was successfully pulled out of the wreckage and sustained only minor injuries. He was immediately attended to by emergency responders.

Speaking to journalists, Adeniyi Orojo, a member of the rescue team, provided preliminary details of the incident, noting that investigations were still ongoing to determine the exact cause of the crash.

Meanwhile, the tragic incident has sparked an outpouring of reactions on social media, with fans and well-wishers expressing relief over Joshua’s survival while mourning the loss of the victims.

Efforts to obtain official comments from the TRACE Commandant, Akinbiyi Babatunde, were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report.

Authorities have assured the public that a full investigation is underway, and further updates on the circumstances surrounding the accident and Joshua’s condition will be communicated as details emerge.