Anthony Joshua was taken to the hospital following a tragic accident that resulted in the deaths of two of his close companions. The incident occurred when the SUV he was traveling in collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria.
His friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, both aged 36, were in the vehicle at the time of the crash and sadly lost their lives instantly. Joshua, a renowned boxing star, is currently receiving medical treatment at a private hospital in Lagos and is reported to be in a stable condition, with expectations to remain hospitalized until the New Year, while being accompanied by his mother for support.
The fatal collision took place on a busy section of the expressway, with reports suggesting that the SUV may have been exceeding the speed limit of 50mph. The British nationals were passengers in the car, driven by a local driver who survived the accident.
The impact of the crash caused severe damage to the right side of the car, with images from the scene revealing the truck parked on the side of the road. It is believed that the victims were seated on the right side of the vehicle, while Anthony Joshua was seated in the back left seat.
Sina Ghami, Joshua’s long-time strength and conditioning coach, and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, the boxer’s personal trainer, tragically lost their lives in the accident. The trio was en route to Sagamu, Nigeria, to visit Joshua’s family for the festive season.
Ghami, who had been an integral part of Joshua’s team for over a decade, ran Evolve Gyms in London. Meanwhile, a fundraiser has been initiated to honor Latif Ayodele’s memory, raising significant funds for a mosque and clean water project.
Anthony Joshua, who was on holiday in Nigeria following a recent boxing match, was traveling to visit family when the crash occurred. The British-Nigerian boxer has a strong connection to Nigeria, having spent part of his childhood near the crash site.
Although Joshua was scheduled for a high-profile bout with Tyson Fury, concerns have been raised about his future in boxing following the accident. While his family reports his improving condition, the emotional impact of the incident and the loss of his friends may influence his decision to continue his boxing career. Details regarding the extent of his injuries and the potential impact on his career remain undisclosed at this time.