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Chauffeur of Anthony Joshua Faces Court After Fatal Crash

Adeniyi Kayode, the chauffeur of boxing star Anthony Joshua, has appeared in court following a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of two of Joshua's friends. The case has been adjourned to February 2026 for further legal advice.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read
Chauffeur of Anthony Joshua Faces Court After Fatal Crash
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In brief

Adeniyi Kayode, the driver of Anthony Joshua, was in a Nigerian court due to a crash that resulted in the death of Joshua's coach and trainer. The court hearing has been postponed until February for further legal proceedings. Joshua was injured in the accident but has since been released from hospital.

A chauffer who was driving Anthony Joshua when their car crashed killing two of the boxer's friends has appeared in a court in Nigeria.

Adeniyi Kayode, 46, was previously charged with four crimes, including death by dangerous driving.

Joshua's personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and strength coach, Sina Ghami, died on 29 December after their vehicle collided with a stationary lorry near Lagos. Joshua was treated in hospital for his injuries.

Kayode arrived at Sagamu Magistrates Court in Ogun state on Tuesday, but the case was adjourned until the 25 February after the prosecutor was granted more time to gain legal advice.

Kayode faced the court wearing a black hoodie, black shoes and a pair of black trousers. He did not speak during the hearing.

He was previously released from custody after being granted bail of 5m naira ($3,500; £2,600).

Joshua, a former heavyweight champion, was discharged from hospital two days after the Lexus SUV crashed on the busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway, in south-west Nigeria.

Ghami and Ayodele were both pronounced dead at the scene, while 36-year-old Joshua was pictured being helped from the wreckage.

Following the crash, the boxer posted a tribute to Ghami and Ayodele on Instagram, writing: 'I didn't even realise how special they are... 100% it's tough for me, but I know it's even tougher for their parents.'

Joshua was visiting relatives for New Year celebrations near the crash site in Sagamu.

Kayode has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, reckless and negligent driving, driving without due care, and driving without a valid driver's licence.

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