Posted by Samuel on Wed 31st Dec, 2025 - tori.ng
Recall that the world-famous heavyweight boxer was on Monday involved in a road accident along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Makun area of Ogun State.
Ayo Makun, the Nigerian comedian and Nollywood actor, who is popularly known as AY, has blamed the government for the tragic accident involving British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua.
Recall that the world-famous heavyweight boxer was on Monday involved in a road accident along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Makun area of Ogun State.
He was reportedly travelling in a Lexus SUV with registration number KRD 850 HN, which collided with a stationary truck, resulting in the de@ths of two people, while Anthony Joshua sustained minor injuries.
Reacting to the development, Ay, in a post via his Instagram page, described the situation as devastating, stressing that it is due to the failure of the country’s road safety systems, infrastructure and leadership.
The thespian emphasised that the accident is traumatising and unacceptable, adding that the country needs a government that treats human life as sacred, not disposable.
He said, “Today is a painful reminder of how cheaply lives are treated in Nigeria. It is devastating that a Nigerian who has carried our flag with pride across the world can return home only for two of his closest associates to be met by de@th on our roads. Two precious lives gone. Friends. Brothers. People with families, dreams, and futures. This is not fate. This is failure. Failure of Failure of infrastructure. Failure of leadership.
“How many more must d!e before our roads are made safe? How long will we keep celebrating excellence abroad while exposing our own people to danger at home? This tragedy is traumatising and unacceptable.
"A country that cannot protect its people is a country in urgent need of accountability. We need safer roads, proper enforcement, effective emergency response systems, and a government that treats human life as sacred, not disposable.
“My heart is heavy for Anthony Joshua. My prayers are with the families of the departed and with everyone grieving this senseless loss. May their souls rest in perfect peace. Nigeria must do better. Lives depend on it.”