The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has expressed deep condolences to Nigerian-British heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, following a fatal road accident along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway.
In a condolence message issued on Monday, Dabiri-Erewa mourned the death of two members of Joshua’s entourage who lost their lives in the crash, describing the incident as a tragic and painful loss.
The accident, which occurred on the busy highway, involved Joshua, his friends and aides, resulting in the death of two persons, while the boxer sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical attention.
Dabiri-Erewa conveyed her sympathies to Joshua and the families of the deceased, praying for strength and comfort for all affected by the tragedy.
“I hereby wish you quick recovery from your injuries and pray unto God to accept the souls of the deceased and grant you and their families the fortitude to bear the loss,” she said.
Meanwhile, a joint statement by the Governors of Lagos and Ogun States, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Dapo Abiodun, respectively, assured that the situation is being closely monitored.
The governors stated that necessary steps are being taken to ensure Anthony Joshua and his driver receive the best possible medical care as investigations into the incident continue.
