Anthony Joshua Involved in Car Crash in Nigeria, Rumors of “Curse” Spark Online Frenzy
British heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious car crash in Nigeria, according to Nigerian authorities and local media reports.
Police in Ogun State confirmed to the BBC that Joshua suffered minor injuries and is “fine.” The 36 year old boxer has family roots in Sagamu, and was reportedly traveling along the Ogun–Lagos Expressway when the accident occurred.
Photos and videos circulating online show what appears to be a heavily damaged vehicle at the scene.
Reports of Fatalities Add to the Shock
While Joshua himself is said to be recovering well, local Nigerian media outlets report that two people died as a result of the crash. Authorities have not released full details about the victims or the exact cause of the accident, and an investigation is reportedly ongoing.
The loss of life has cast a somber shadow over what could have been an even more tragic situation for the boxing star.
Spiritual “Curse” Claims Go Viral
As if the crash itself was not alarming enough, the story has taken a darker and more controversial turn online.
Multiple Nigerian websites and blogs are amplifying claims made by a well known Nigerian spiritual leader, who alleges that Joshua was “cursed” by one of his rivals just hours before the accident.
According to these reports, the spiritual leader claims he warned that Joshua would be in danger after the supposed curse was placed. Then, only hours later, news broke of the crash.
That timing has fueled intense speculation across social media.
Coincidence or Cultural Interpretation
To be clear, there is no evidence linking spiritual claims to the car crash. Police have not suggested foul play, and no official source has supported the idea of any supernatural involvement.
Still, in parts of Nigeria where spiritual beliefs and traditional explanations often coexist with modern life, some people are viewing the sequence of events as more than coincidence.
Others are strongly pushing back, calling the claims irresponsible and dangerous, especially while families are mourning real victims of a traffic accident.
What We Know for Sure
Here are the confirmed facts so far:
- Anthony Joshua was involved in a car crash in Nigeria
- He sustained minor injuries and is reportedly fine
- Nigerian police have acknowledged the incident
- Local media report two fatalities connected to the crash
- Investigations into the cause are ongoing
Everything beyond that, including talk of curses, remains unproven speculation.
Joshua Has Not Commented
As of now, Joshua has not made a public statement about the crash or the rumors circulating online. His camp has also remained quiet, likely focusing on his recovery and respecting the seriousness of the incident.
Bottom Line
A car accident is a tragic and frightening event on its own, especially when lives are lost. While spiritual explanations are gaining traction online, there is currently no factual basis connecting them to what happened.
For now, the focus remains on the victims, the investigation, and the fact that Anthony Joshua is fortunate to have escaped with minor injuries.
Anything beyond that should be approached with caution.