President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with world heavyweight boxing icon, Anthony Joshua over the auto-crash that claimed the lives of his two bodyguards on Monday.
The accident happened in Makun, Ogun State.
Joshua and his driver sustained injuries.
In a personal message signed by President Tinubu and posted across his social media platforms, he described the incident as immense tragedy that had cast a deep shadow on the festive season.
The statement reads in extenso:
“I extend my deep sympathies to you following the tragic accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, which claimed two precious lives and caused you injuries.
“This immense tragedy casts a deep shadow on this season.
“I sympathise with you and your family as you bear the emotional weight of this unfortunate incident. As a sportsman, you have always shown courage, discipline, and unwavering love for our country. These are qualities that have made you a source of national pride.
“In moments like this, we must encourage one another as brothers and sisters with a shared destiny.
“I pray for strength, wisdom, and grace for you during this painful period. May God grant you a speedy recovery and repose to the souls of the departed.”
~ Bola Ahmed Tinubu.”
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