The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has blamed excessive speed and wrong overtaking for the road accident involving boxer Anthony Joshua along sagamu road in Ogun state.
The incident involved two vehicles: a black Lexus Jeep with registration number KRD 850 HN (private) and a stationary red commercial Sinotruck with unknown registration number leading to the death of two of the boxer’s associates.
FRSC Statement
FRSC noted preliminary findings indicate that the Lexus Jeep, which was suspected to be travelling beyond the legally prescribed speed limit on the corridor, lost control during an overtaking manoeuvre and crashed into a stationary truck well packed by the side of the road.
Goodwill Messages
2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, who wrote on his verified X account (formerly Twitter) on Monday, wrote,” I am deeply saddened to hear of the road accident involving @anthonyjoshua today in Makun, Ogun State.
“I stand in full solidarity with him during this difficult moment and pray for his swift and complete recovery. Anthony remains a symbol of strength and resilience, and I have no doubt he will come through this with grace.
“My heartfelt condolences go to the families and loved ones of the two individuals who tragically lost their lives in the accident. May their souls rest in peace, and may their families find comfort and strength in this time of sorrow.” He said.
Fans of the boxer globally have also taken to social media to share their goodwill messages.
