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Social networksBritish boxer Anthony Joshua has been released from hospital in Nigeria days after a fatal car crash that killed two of his close friends.
The former world champion has been deemed fit to recover at home, Ogun and Lagos states said in a joint statement, describing him as having a “heavy heart” following the loss of his friends.
The 36-year-old man was a passenger in a Lexus SUV that collided with a stationary truck on a major highway in Ogun State, near Lagos, on Monday.
The two men who died were Joshua’s close friends and team members Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele.
After leaving the hospital on Wednesday, the Briton went to the funeral home where the bodies of his friends were “being prepared for repatriation”, the joint statement added.
Earlier, Eddie Hearn, who has promoted Joshua since he turned professional after winning gold at the 2012 Olympics, paid tribute to Joshua’s close friends and team members.
“Rest in peace Latz and Sina,” Hearn posted on Instagram.
“Your energy and loyalty, among so many other great qualities, will be deeply missed. I pray for the strength and guidance of all their family, friends and of course AJ during this very difficult time.”
Ghami was Joshua’s full-time sports and physical rehabilitation coach and worked with him for over 10 years.
Speaking to the BBC on Wednesday, Ogun State police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi said “investigations are still ongoing” and described the process as “always discreet”.
The Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) in Ogun State, where the accident occurred, said preliminary investigations showed that the vehicle had a punctured tire. before hitting the truck.
Joshua, born in Watford to Nigerian parents, was on holiday in Nigeria following his victory against Jake Paul in Miami on December 19.
Earlier, Tony Bellew, the former cruiserweight world champion, published on X: “Thoughts and prayers to the families of these men. Tragic losses in horrible circumstances!
“I hope he (Joshua) will be able to handle this in time, because there is no pain in life worse than heartbreak.”
Two-time undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and former British heavyweight champion Tyson Fury also posted Instagram stories to offer their condolences.
