Anthony Joshua was hospitalized following a tragic accident that resulted in the deaths of two of his close companions. The incident occurred when an SUV he was traveling in collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria. The two friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, both 36 years old, were in the vehicle and tragically lost their lives on the spot. Joshua, a renowned boxing star, is currently receiving medical care at a private hospital in Lagos and is reported to be in stable condition. He is expected to remain in the hospital until the New Year, with his mother supporting him during his recovery.
The fatal crash took place when the speeding SUV carrying Joshua and his friends struck a stationary truck on a dangerous section of the expressway. The local authorities suspect that the vehicle was exceeding the speed limit of 50mph on a road known for its high accident rate. The driver of the SUV survived the collision, while the three British passengers, including Joshua, suffered severe consequences.
The victims were positioned in the front and back seats on the right side of the vehicle, with Joshua seated in the left back seat. Sina Ghami, Joshua’s long-term strength and conditioning coach, and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, his personal trainer, were both tragically killed in the accident. The trio was en route to Sagamu, Nigeria, to spend the festive season with Joshua’s family when the unfortunate incident occurred.
Ghami, who played a vital role in Joshua’s team for over a decade, was deeply mourned by friends and family at the Evolve Gyms he managed in London. Ayodele, who attended school near Joshua’s hometown, had a fundraiser initiated in his memory to support building a mosque and clean water project, raising a substantial amount.
Joshua, who was vacationing in Nigeria after a recent fight, was on his way to visit family when the tragedy struck. His parents have British-Nigerian heritage, and he has strong ties to the country from his childhood years spent nearby the crash site. The renowned boxer had just faced Jake Paul in a significant match and was anticipated to confront Tyson Fury next; however, uncertainties now loom over his future in boxing due to the aftermath of the accident.
While Joshua’s family reports his improving health, concerns persist over the impact of the crash on his physical and mental well-being, potentially affecting his boxing career. No official statements have been made regarding the potential repercussions on his professional endeavors.
