The driver of a vehicle transporting British boxer Anthony Joshua has been charged with reckless and dangerous driving following a fatal accident in southwestern Nigeria. The incident occurred on March 11, 2024, when the Lexus SUV, driven by Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, collided with a stationary truck on a busy highway connecting Lagos and Ibadan. Tragically, two of Joshua’s friends, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, lost their lives at the scene.
According to police officials in Ogun State, Kayode, aged 46, was driving Joshua and his friends when the accident took place. Preliminary investigations revealed that the vehicle was traveling at excessive speed and had experienced a tire blowout just before the crash.
Police spokesman Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed that Kayode was granted bail in the amount of 5 million naira (approximately $3,480) but remains in custody until he meets the bail conditions. He was discharged from the hospital on March 14, 2024, where he had been treated for minor injuries sustained in the collision.
The tragic event has raised concerns about road safety, particularly on one of Nigeria’s busiest highways. In the aftermath, Joshua, along with his mother, visited the funeral home where Ayodele and Ghami’s bodies were being prepared for repatriation. A government source indicated that arrangements were being made to return the remains of the victims to the United Kingdom.
As the investigation continues, Joshua’s current whereabouts are unknown, leaving fans and the public concerned about his well-being following the incident. The police and local authorities are expected to provide further updates as they gather more information related to the crash and its causes.
The tragic loss of life in this incident underscores the ongoing issues surrounding road safety in Nigeria, where reckless driving and inadequate infrastructure have long been challenges.
