By Desire Emmanuel
Boxing icon, Anthony Joshua, who was involved in a fatal accident, has been discharged from the Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, Lagos State.
He was discharged on Wednesday afternoon after the doctors certified him okay to recuperate from home.
The governments of Ogun and Lagos states announced this in a joint statement on Wednesday night.
“Anthony Joshua was discharged from hospital late this afternoon though heavy hearted and full of emotions over the loss of his two close friends he was deemed clinical fit to recuperate from home,” the statement added.
“The governments of Lagos and Ogun states once again, commiserate with the families of the two young men Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami who tragically and unfortunately lost their lives in the road accident involving Anthony Joshua on the 29th Dec 2025 .
“Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to pay their final respects to his two deported friends as they were being prepared for airlift.
“Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu deeply appreciate the public concern and show of love and affection over this very sad and unfortunate incident.
“We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel tag the Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, that attended to Anthony and those that sustained injuries. The quality of care and professionalism is truly commendable.”
