How Atiku Reacted To Anthony Joshua Deadly Car Crash

Former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has expressed his condolences to British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua following a road accident in Makun, Ogun State, that claimed two lives on Monday.

In a post via his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, Atiku said he was deeply saddened by the news and prayed for Joshua’s quick recovery.

“I am deeply saddened to hear of the road accident involving @anthonyjoshua today in Makun, Ogun State. I stand in full solidarity with him during this difficult moment and pray for his swift and complete recovery. Anthony remains a symbol of strength and resilience, and I have no doubt he will come through this with grace,” he wrote.

The former Vice President also condoled with the families of the deceased.

“My heartfelt condolences go to the families and loved ones of the two individuals who tragically lost their lives in the accident. May their souls rest in peace, and may their families find comfort and strength in this time of sorrow,” he added. 

We had earlier reported that the crash occurred shortly after 11am near the Danco Filling Station in Makun, before the Sagamu Interchange on the Ibadan-bound section of the expressway.

An eyewitness, Adeniyi Orojo, said a Lexus SUV conveying Joshua with number plate KRD 850 HN rammed into a stationary truck.

He stated that Joshua sustained minor injuries, while two occupants of the vehicle died on the spot.

“It was a two-vehicle convoy: a Lexus SUV and a Pajero SUV. Joshua was seated behind the driver, with another person beside him. A passenger sat beside the driver, making four occupants in the Lexus that crashed. The passenger beside the driver and the person beside Joshua died on the spot,” Orojo said.

He added that Federal Road Safety Corps officials later arrived to assist with rescue operations.