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Joshua's Team Tragedy: Driver Charged
3 Jan
Summary
- Driver charged with death, unlicensed driving.
- Two of Joshua's team members died in crash.
- Court set bail at five million naira.
In Nigeria, the driver involved in a tragic road accident that led to the deaths of two members of Anthony Joshua's team has been formally charged. The incident, which occurred late last month, also saw the former heavyweight champion sustain minor injuries.
The driver, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, was arraigned on January 2, 2026, at the Sagamu Magistrate Court. He faces four charges, including dangerous driving causing death and driving without a valid license. Kayode pleaded not guilty to all counts, and bail was set at five million naira. The court proceedings are scheduled to resume on January 20.
The fatal collision happened on December 29, 2025, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Authorities report that the SUV carrying Joshua and his team lost control after a tire burst during an overtaking maneuver, colliding with a stationary truck. Trainer Latif Ayodele and strength coach Sina Ghami, both 36, were pronounced dead at the scene.




