Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reacted to the road accident involving Nigerian-British boxing star, Anthony Joshua, describing the incident as disturbing and deeply concerning.
Joshua was involved in a crash along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Makun, Ogun State, an accident that reportedly claimed two lives and left the former heavyweight champion with minor injuries.
In a statement shared on social media, Obi said the incident was troubling, especially as it happened while Joshua was in Nigeria. He also drew attention to reports suggesting that there was no ambulance readily available to transport the boxer to the hospital immediately after the crash.
While wishing Joshua a quick recovery, the former Anambra State governor expressed sympathy for the families of those who lost their lives in the accident, praying for strength and comfort for them during the painful period.
“It is with deep concern that I received the news of the road accident involving former heavyweight boxing champion, Mr. Anthony Joshua, in Makun, Ogun State,” Obi said.
“It is particularly worrisome that this incident occurred while he was in Nigeria. Many of us are also compelled to reflect on reports that no ambulance was readily available to convey him to the hospital.
“May God Almighty grant him a speedy recovery, and I extend my deepest sympathies to the families of the two lives lost. May God grant them comfort and grant the departed eternal rest.”
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