President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt sympathies to Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua following a tragic accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway that claimed two lives and left him injured.

In a condolence message, the President described the incident as a painful tragedy that has cast a deep shadow over the season. He expressed solidarity with Anthony Joshua and his family as they bear the emotional burden of the unfortunate event.

President Tinubu commended Joshua’s courage, discipline, and unwavering love for the country, noting that these qualities have consistently made him a source of national pride. He stressed the need for unity and mutual encouragement in difficult moments, describing Nigerians as brothers and sisters bound by a shared destiny.

The President offered prayers for strength, wisdom, and grace for Anthony Joshua, wished him a speedy recovery, and prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of those who lost their lives in the accident.