British boxer Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital in Nigeria Following Tragic Road Accident
Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital, officials in Lagos confirmed on Wednesday night. The fighter was caught in a vehicular crash near Lagos on the 29th of December, a tragic incident that took the lives of two of his valued colleagues.
Recovering from Minor Injuries
The sports star had remained in the hospital while recuperating from non-critical injuries, his promoter stated earlier on Monday. A government official, Gbenga Omotoso, announced via a post on X that Joshua was judged healthy enough to “recuperate at home”.
“Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to say their last goodbyes to his two friends who passed away as they were being prepared for repatriation,” the commissioner stated.
A Tribute to the Fallen
Those who lost their lives were identified as Latif Ayodele, Joshua's trainer, and Sina Ghami, a performance coach. It was also noted that the athlete was heartbroken and overcome with emotion over the loss of his two trusted companions.”
The news of his discharge comes as the boxing community offered condolences for the star in the wake of the heartbreaking incident.
