Former boxer Anthony Joshua involved in deadly Nigeria highway crash; driver charged, no alcohol test, safety concerns rise.

A fatal December 29, 2025, crash on Nigeria’s Lagos-Ibadan expressway, a well-maintained six-lane highway, killed two people and involved former boxing champion Anthony Joshua. The driver, arrested and charged with dangerous driving, negligence, and operating without a license, was not tested for alcohol, raising concerns. Authorities cite potential life imprisonment under the Federal Highway Act. Experts point to speeding, reckless overtaking, and poor road discipline as contributing factors, while questions grow over passenger responsibility and the need for stronger road safety enforcement amid recurring high-profile crashes.