The remains of the deceased friends of heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua have been repatriated from Nigeria, where they died.

MyNigeria reported that the friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, died in an auto accident along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Joshua was also inside the vehicle that ran into a stationary truck but sustained minor injuries.

The video below shows their remains being conveyed to the airport.

Meanwhile, the governments of Lagos and Ogun states have once again commiserated with the families of the two young men - Lateef Ayodele and Cina Gami - who tragically and unfortunately lost their lives in the road accident.

"We pray the Almighty grant the repose of their souls, whilst granting their families and loved ones the fortitude to bear this very sad and painful loss," the states said in a joint statement.

Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital

Anthony Joshua was discharged from hospital late Wednesday. Though heavy-hearted and full of emotions over the loss of his two close friends, he was deemed clinically fit to recuperate at home.

Anthony and his mother were at the funeral home in Lagos on Wednesday to pay their final respects to his two departed friends as they were being prepared for repatriation.

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu deeply appreciated the public concern and show of love and affection over the sad incident.

They also appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for all the fatherly support he gave throughout the process.

"We also want to appreciate the team of Doctors and medical personnel at the Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, who attended to Anthony and those who sustained injuries. The quality of care and professionalism is truly commendable," the states said.

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Video of the bodies of Anthony Joshua’s friends who lost their lives in the recent car accident being flown back home.

Very heartbreaking 💔💔💔
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