By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to renowned sportsman Anthony Joshua, following a tragic accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway that claimed two lives and left the athlete injured.
In a personal message, the President expressed his deep sympathies, describing the incident as “an immense tragedy” that casts a shadow on the season. He acknowledged the emotional weight Anthony Joshua and his family are bearing.
President Tinubu praised Anthony Joshua’s qualities as a sportsman, noting his “courage, discipline, and unwavering love for our country,” which have made him a source of national pride.
He emphasised the need for communal support in times of grief, urging citizens to “encourage one another as brothers and sisters with a shared destiny.”
The President concluded with prayers for divine strength, wisdom, and grace for Anthony Joshua, wishing him a speedy recovery and eternal rest for the souls of the departed.