In brief
Adeniyi Kayode, the driver of boxing star Anthony Joshua, appeared in a Nigerian court following a car crash that killed Joshua's personal trainer and strength coach. The incident occurred near Lagos, with Kayode charged with multiple offenses including causing death by dangerous driving. The case has been adjourned to February 25, 2026, for further legal advice.
A chauffer who was driving Anthony Joshua when their car crashed killing two of the boxer's friends has appeared in a court in Nigeria. Adeniyi Kayode, 46, was previously charged with four crimes, including death by dangerous driving. Joshua's personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and strength coach, Sina Ghami, died on 29 December after their vehicle collided with a stationary lorry near Lagos. Joshua was treated in hospital for his injuries. Kayode arrived at Sagamu Magistrates Court in Ogun state on Tuesday, but the case was adjourned until the 25 February after the prosecutor was granted more time to gain legal advice. Kayode faced the court wearing a black hoodie, black shoes and a pair of black trousers. He did not speak during the hearing. He was previously released from custody after being granted bail of 5m naira ($3,500; £2,600). Joshua, a former heavyweight champion, was discharged from the hospital two days after the Lexus SUV crashed on the busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway. Ghami and Ayodele were both pronounced dead at the scene, while 36-year-old Joshua was pictured being helped from the wreckage. Following the crash, the boxer posted a tribute to Ghami and Ayodele on Instagram, expressing his shock and grief over the loss of his friends.Joshua, who was born in Watford, has family roots in Sagamu - a town in Ogun state, near the crash site. He was on his way to visit relatives for New Year celebrations in the town at the time of the crash. Kayode has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, reckless and negligent driving, driving without due care, and driving without a valid driver's licence.
