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Published 17:42 1 Jan 2026 GMT
Updated 17:42 1 Jan 2026 GMT

Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital after injuring himself in Monday's fatal crash in Nigeria.
Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami, members of Joshua's team, were both killed in the accident. Ghami was a strength and conditioning coach and Ayodele was a trainer.
Joshua, 36, was born in Watford to British Nigerian parents, and was visiting the country after his defeat of Jake Paul last month.
After leaving hospital, Joshua and his mother visited the funeral home to pay their respects before his friend's bodies are repatriated back to the UK.
A statement from Lagos state commissioner for information Gbenga Omotoso said:
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Anthony Joshua out of hospital The governments of Lagos and Ogun states, once again, commiserate with the families of the two young men - Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami - who tragically and unfortunately lost their lives in the road accident involving Anthony Joshua on the 29th Dec 2025 . We pray The Almighty grant the repose of their souls whilst granting their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss . Anthony Joshua was discharged from hospital late this afternoon though heavy hearted and full of emotions over the loss of his two close friends he was deemed clinical fit to recuperate from home . Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to pay their final respects to his two departed friends as they were being prepared for repatriation scheduled for later this evening . Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu deeply appreciate the public concern and show of love and affection over this very sad and unfortunate incident. They also appreciate Mr President. His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for all fatherly support he gave through out the process . We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel at the Lagoon Hospital Ikoyi that attended to Anthony and those that sustained injuries . The quality of care and professionalism is truly commendable. Signed: .Gbenga Omotoso Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos . Kayode Akinmade Special Adviser Information and Strategy Ogun.
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