Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious vehicle collision in Nigeria on Monday, resulting in the deaths of two members of his team [[1]]. The incident, which occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, has sent shockwaves through the boxing community as details emerge regarding the loss of Joshua’s fitness coach, Sina Ghami, and personal trainer, latif Ayodele [[2]], [[3]]. Joshua sustained minor injuries in the crash and is reportedly in stable condition.
London –
Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious car accident in Nigeria on Monday, December 29th, resulting in the tragic loss of two members of his team. The boxing world is mourning the unexpected news.
The incident occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, a major route connecting Ogun and Lagos states, Nigeria. Joshua’s vehicle collided with a stationary truck along the roadside.
SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT
Joshua escaped the crash with minor injuries, but tragically, two members of his entourage perished. Those who died have been identified as Sina Ghami, Joshua’s fitness coach, and Latif Ayodele, his personal trainer.
Both Ghami and Ayodele were well-respected figures within the boxing community, and news of their passing has prompted an outpouring of sympathy from fighters and fans alike.
Former British middleweight champion Chris Eubank Jr. expressed his condolences on social media, stating, “Thank God our heavyweight champion is safe from that horrific car accident. And prayers for the two soldiers who have fallen, Latz & Sina, and their families. I knew both men, truly good guys. Rest in peace, young men.”
Even Jake Paul, who recently faced Joshua in a December 19th bout in Miami, offered his thoughts and prayers.
“RIP Sina Ghami and Kevin ‘Latif / Latz’ Ayodele. Prayers and thoughts with their families and friends and AJ,” Paul posted on X.
British female boxer Shannon Courtenay was also shocked by the news.
“Rest in peace Sina and Latz, two lovely people. We were all having fun in Miami last week, and now you’re gone. Life is too short. May God protect their families and loved ones during this difficult time,” she wrote.
(yna/pur)
