The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has expressed deep sorrow over the fatal road accident involving world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, his friends and aides along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway on Monday.
In a condolence message signed by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols, NIDCOM, in Abuja, Dabiri-Erewa described the incident as a painful tragedy, particularly the loss of two members of Joshua’s entourage who died in the crash.
The accident, which occurred on the busy highway, claimed two lives, while Joshua reportedly sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical care.
Dabiri-Erewa condoled with Joshua and families of the deceased, praying for God’s comfort and strength in this moment of grief.
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“I hereby wish you quick recovery from your injuries and pray unto God to accept the souls of the deceased and give you and their families the fortitude to bear the loss,” she stated.
Meanwhile, Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, in a joint statement, assured that they are closely monitoring the situation and will ensure Joshua and his driver receive the best medical attention available.
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