The government officials explained that a vehicle conveying a team of four, collided with a stationary truck.
In total, Joshua has a record of 28 wins, four losses, and zero draws in 32 professional career fights.
Chelle said this ahead of the West African nation’s last Group C match against Uganda in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday.
Photos of Joshua in a wrecked vehicle at the accident scene emerged on social media amid rescue efforts.
Algeria will now face already-eliminated Equatorial Guinea in its final group match, while Burkina Faso will battle Sudan in a high-stakes clash.
The victory moved Mozambique to third in Group F and a draw in their last game against Cameroon could be enough to reach the round of 16.
Mr Uguta, a philanthropist, said that the game was also organised to engage the youth in constructive activities.
The 29-year-old’s comments followed criticism on social media about his recent performances for the Super Eagles.
Lookman described the award as “a symbol of Africa’s story and the hard work behind every performance.”
Nigeria previously won the title in 1980, 1994 and 2013, and are seeking a fourth crown in Morocco.
