A heartfelt online appeal for prayers has emerged following observations made about British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua, at the burial of his two friends. The emotional call to action came from a woman who noted the boxer's demeanour in a photo from the sombre event.
Funmilayo Ajanaku's Emotional Facebook Post
On her Facebook page, a user identified as Funmilayo Ajanaku shared her reaction to seeing a photograph of Anthony Joshua at the funeral service. The ceremony was held in London on Sunday, January 4, 2026, for his late friends, Abdul Latif and Sina Ghami.
In her post, Ajanaku described the boxer as looking "so lost and empty" at the burial of his two companions. She connected his appearance to the tragic accident that occurred just days after the friends arrived in Nigeria to spend the Christmas holiday with him.
"Only God can heal Anthony Joshua from this trauma. Pls say a prayer for him," she pleaded in the post. She further added in the comments section, "God pls give him the strength to bear this loss. May the soul of the departed rest in peace."
The Tragic Accident in Ogun State
The incident that led to the funeral took place on December 29, 2025, on a major road in Ogun State, Nigeria. According to reports, the car carrying the three men and a driver collided with a stationary truck.
Anthony Joshua sustained minor injuries from the crash. In a notable detail from the rescue, he was transported to the hospital in a police vehicle because an ambulance was not immediately available at the scene. Tragically, his two friends did not survive the accident.
Online Reactions to the Call for Prayers
The woman's post and her call for prayers resonated with many social media users, who joined in offering condolences and spiritual support for the grieving boxer. The comments section filled with messages of sympathy and solidarity.
Jenifer Udem wrote: "May their souls continue to rest in peace. May Almighty God give him the fortitude to bear this loss." Other users, including Serina Desoe and Evelyn Isabella, echoed the sentiment, asking God to help, strengthen, and console Joshua during this difficult period.
One comment from God'sgift Goodnews succinctly captured the perceived emotional state: "His heart is going through so much pain."
This event follows previous online discussions about the accident, including reactions from journalist Rufai Oseni, who had raised questions about the circumstances of Joshua's rescue from the crash site. The latest observations from the funeral have now shifted the focus to the boxer's personal grief and the collective desire for his emotional healing.
