Anthony Joshua Discharged From Hospital

Former world heavyweight boxing champion , Anthony Joshua, has been discharged from Duchess International Hospital in Ikeja, Lagos.

Joshua, who survived an accident that led to the loss of the lives of two of his aides , was involved in the accident on Lagos-Ibadan expressway.

In a joint statement issued by Gbenga Omotoso, Lagos State Commissioner of Information and Strategy and Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on Information and Strategy, confirmed the discharge of the boxing champion.

“The governments of Lagos and Ogun states once again, commiserate with the families of the two young men Lateef Ayodele and Gami Cina who tragically and unfortunately lost their lives in the road accident involving Anthony Joshua on Monday 29th Dec 2025 .

“We pray The Almighty grant the repose of their soul whilst granting their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss .”

“Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos this afternoon to pay their final respects to his two departed friends as they were being prepared for repatriation scheduled for later this evening .

“Anthony Joshua was discharged from hospital late this evening as he was deemed clinically fit to recuperate from home .

“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.

“They also appreciate Mr. President. His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu for all fatherly support he gave through out the process .

“We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel at the Lagoon Hospital Ikoyi that attended to Anthony and those that sustained injuries . The quality of care and professionalism is truly commendable,” they said in the statement.