The Ogun State Government has expressed deep condolences to the families, friends and associates of victims of a tragic road accident involving world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, who narrowly escaped death on Monday.
The fatal crash occurred along the busy Lagos–Ibadan Expressway around the Makun axis of the state and claimed the lives of two persons.
Joshua was reportedly travelling from Lagos to Sagamu with three other individuals when the incident happened.
According to preliminary findings, the deceased were two male foreign nationals who died instantly at the scene. Their bodies have been deposited at the Livewell Morgue in Sagamu.
Joshua and the driver of the vehicle were rescued by security operatives attached to his convoy and rushed to a hospital, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.
The state government said the sport utility vehicle conveying the occupants rammed into a stationary truck parked along the expressway.
While the d+mage vehicle has been evacuated to the Sagamu Motor Traffic Division office, arrangements are ongoing to tow the truck to the same location to aid a full investigation.
Describing the incident as painful and deeply unfortunate, the government lamented the loss of lives and noted that others involved sustained varying degrees of injuries and are receiving medical care.
Motorists were advised to exercise caution and strictly obey traffic regulations, especially during the festive season when traffic volume is high.
Road safety officials and other security agencies were also urged to intensify patrols and enforcement across the state to safeguard lives and property.
The Ogun State Government extended its sympathies to the bereaved families, praying for the repose of the departed souls and speedy recovery for the injured.
