Jake Paul has announced a heartfelt gesture in honor of Anthony Joshua’s late friends at the Amanda Serrano vs. Danila Tellez event happening tonight. In a touching tribute, Most Valuable Promotions, the company owned by the YouTuber-turned-boxer, has placed the names of Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami in the center of the ring canvas. The two friends tragically lost their lives in a car accident in Nigeria earlier this week, while Joshua sustained minor injuries in the same incident.
Following a controversial fight with Joshua, the British boxer traveled to Nigeria where the fatal accident occurred. Paul, alongside MVP CEO Nakisa Bidarian, ensured that Ayodele and Ghami are remembered as part of the Saturday night’s event in Puerto Rico.
After confirming the tribute and promotion, Paul expressed his condolences on social media with a simple message. He acknowledged the importance of life over boxing and extended prayers to those affected by the tragic accident.
Joshua, who has been discharged from the hospital and flown back to the United Kingdom, is preparing for his friends’ funeral. Despite being unsure about attending the ceremony due to concerns of causing a spectacle, Joshua narrowly escaped the accident by swapping seats just before the fatal journey.
The driver of the vehicle, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving and pleaded not guilty through his lawyer. The case is scheduled for trial on January 20.
This turn of events has deeply impacted the boxing community and serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life.