Confirmed that the two who died in the accident were close friends of Joshua
Matchroom Boxing reported that Sina Ghami and Latif Adoyele - also members of Joshua's team - are the fatalities in the incident
The promoter Matchroom Boxing confirmed that the two people who died in the accident involving Anthony Joshua in Nigeria were two close friends of the former heavyweight world champion.
In a statement, the promoter reported that Sina Ghami and Latif Adoyele - also members of Joshua's team - are the victims fatalities from the incident and sent his condolences to the families.
“Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident in Lagos, Nigeria, this morning. It is with profound sadness that it has been confirmed that two close friends and team members, Sina Ghami and Latif Adoyele, have tragically passed away. Matchroom Boxing and 258 BXG confirmed that Anthony sustained injuries in the accident and was taken to the hospital for medical treatment,” he said.
“He is in stable condition and will remain under observation. Our deepest condolences and prayers are with the families and friends of all those affected, and we ask that their privacy be respected during this incredibly difficult time. No further comment will be issued at this time,” he concluded.
Sina Ghami was his personal trainer and Latif Adoyele was his rehabilitation/high-performance and strength and conditioning coach. So far, Joshua has not officially commented on the incident. According to a statement from the Nigerian Federal Highway Safety Corps, it is presumed that the Lexus Jeep—in which Anthony Joshua was traveling with three other people—was speeding when he lost control while attempting to overtake and crashed into a parked truck on the Lagos-Ibidan Highway in Makun, Ogun State. Joshua is currently on vacation in the African country, as his parents are Nigerian, following his knockout victory over Jake Paul earlier this month. The English fighter was scheduled to return to the ring in February or March against Tyson Fury, but these plans may change after the incident. Anthony Joshua, 36, recovered from his knockout loss to Daniel Dubois last September after defeating Paul. The Briton has a record of 29 wins.25 of them by quick route, and four defeats.