A chauffer who was driving Anthony Joshua when their car crashed, killing two of the boxer’s friends, has appeared in 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 25 February after the prosecutor was granted more time to gain legal advice. He faced the court wearing a black hoodie, black shoes, and black trousers, remaining silent throughout the hearing. Previously, Kayode had been released from custody after being granted bail of 5 million Naira ($3,500; £2,600).
Joshua, a former heavyweight champion, was discharged from the hospital two days after the Lexus SUV crashed on the busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway. Ghami and Ayodele were both pronounced dead at the scene, while Joshua was seen being rescued from the wreckage.
Following the crash, the boxer paid tribute to Ghami and Ayodele on Instagram, expressing the pain of losing his friends and highlighting their importance in his life.
Joshua, who has roots in Sagamu, was en route to visit family for New Year celebrations at the time of the accident. Kayode now faces several charges, including causing death by dangerous driving, reckless and negligent driving, driving without due care, and driving without a valid driver's license.
Kayode arrived at Sagamu Magistrates Court in Ogun state on Tuesday, but the case was adjourned until 25 February after the prosecutor was granted more time to gain legal advice. He faced the court wearing a black hoodie, black shoes, and black trousers, remaining silent throughout the hearing. Previously, Kayode had been released from custody after being granted bail of 5 million Naira ($3,500; £2,600).
Joshua, a former heavyweight champion, was discharged from the hospital two days after the Lexus SUV crashed on the busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway. Ghami and Ayodele were both pronounced dead at the scene, while Joshua was seen being rescued from the wreckage.
Following the crash, the boxer paid tribute to Ghami and Ayodele on Instagram, expressing the pain of losing his friends and highlighting their importance in his life.
Joshua, who has roots in Sagamu, was en route to visit family for New Year celebrations at the time of the accident. Kayode now faces several charges, including causing death by dangerous driving, reckless and negligent driving, driving without due care, and driving without a valid driver's license.
