A man claiming to be an eyewitness to the tragic car crash involving British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua has provided a startling new account, suggesting the driver of Joshua's vehicle should not bear full responsibility for the incident that claimed two lives.
Eyewitness Account Shifts Narrative
In a video shared on TikTok by user @dejilambo, which was later reposted on X (formerly Twitter), the Nigerian witness offered a detailed recollection of the events leading to the fatal collision. The crash resulted in the deaths of Sina Rambo and Latif Latz, both close friends of the heavyweight boxing icon.
The eyewitness strongly disputed the initial narrative that placed blame solely on Joshua's driver. He explained that the sequence of events began when another vehicle aggressively overtook them on the road. Shortly after this maneuver, Joshua's car was involved in a collision with a truck.
"The Person That Caused The Accident Has Gone"
The man was emphatic in his assessment, directly pointing to the actions of the other motorist. "It was not both of them that caused the accident," he stated. "The person that caused the accident has gone. That one overtook them and if not for that truck that they hit, they would have just entered a gutter."
This testimony introduces a critical new element to the investigation, suggesting that evasive action taken to avoid the recklessly overtaking vehicle may have led to the tragic impact with the stationary truck.
Nigerians React With Skepticism and Calls for Investigation
The video sparked a flood of reactions from social media users across Nigeria, with many expressing a mix of confusion, skepticism, and demands for a proper official investigation.
User @Kristina commented, "I can’t understand the explanation, can someone explain what he said please," highlighting some clarity issues with the account. Others, like @KoyacrownSolar, believed only those directly involved could provide a definitive story: "I believe it's only Anthony Joshua and the driver who can give a clear explanation as to what happened."
Many comments focused on the systemic failures in Nigeria's road safety infrastructure. @ubi ego international lamented, "Nigeria we can do better cause all these information was supposed to be captured by road cameras na what's all this?" This sentiment was echoed by @B?????♱?????, who advocated for personal responsibility: "Having a mounted dash camera is an asset, too many narratives are spun after an accident the only reliable witness and evidence is your dashcam footage."
Calls for a thorough probe were loud and clear. @Moyo urged, "There is another car that caused the accident. Based on this guy's explanation a car tried to overtake the car Joshua was in. Investigate abeg." @Ib_girl criticized official channels, stating, "If only Nigerian Govt officials did investigations and asked questions before releasing statement. This is terrible."
The tragedy also prompted reflections on road safety. @Oluwafemi offered a sobering perspective: "That's why I always say, when travelling, your safety is not in your hands 70% of the time."
Awaiting Official Word
As of the time of this report, there has been no official statement from Anthony Joshua or the driver involved in the crash regarding this new eyewitness testimony. The public and fans of the boxer continue to mourn the loss of Sina Rambo and Latif Latz while seeking conclusive answers about the circumstances of the heartbreaking incident published on January 2, 2026.
The emergence of this account underscores the complexities of road accident investigations and the crucial need for reliable evidence, whether from official traffic cameras or private dashcams, to establish the truth and prevent future tragedies.
