🔗 Share this article Anthony Joshua Released from Hospital in Nigeria Following Deadly Car Crash Olympic gold medalist Anthony Joshua has been released from care, local government spokespeople announced on Wednesday evening. The athlete was part of a serious road collision in the Lagos area on Monday, a devastating event that resulted in the deaths of two of his close associates. Recovering from Minor Injuries Joshua had remained in the hospital while recovering from minor injuries, his management team stated earlier on Monday. The commissioner for information and strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, announced via a post on social media that Joshua was deemed clinically fit to “recuperate at home”. “Joshua and his mother were at the mortuary in Lagos this afternoon to pay their final respects to his two friends who passed away as they were being made ready for the journey back,” the commissioner stated. A Tribute to the Fallen Those who lost their lives were identified as Latif Ayodele, a personal trainer, and Sina Ghami, a performance coach. Omotoso added that the boxer was “heavy-hearted and full of emotions over the loss of his two dear friends.” His release from the hospital follows the global fight fans had expressed condolences for the champion in the wake of the heartbreaking incident.