Nigerian music star Peter Okoye has been left heartbroken following a fatal road accident that claimed the lives of two close associates of world heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua. The tragic incident occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on December 29, 2025.
A Tragic Loss for the Boxing World
The accident resulted in the deaths of Sina Ghami and Latif "Latz" Ayodele, who served as Anthony Joshua's strength coach and personal trainer, respectively. Both men, in their mid-30s, were integral members of Joshua's inner circle, providing not only professional expertise but also deep friendship. The boxing champion survived the crash.
Peter Okoye, one half of the legendary P-Square duo, took to his social media platform X to share his grief. In a raw and emotional post directed at Joshua, whom he called "my brother," Okoye revealed how the news had devastated him.
"This accident has shattered me completely. Latz & Sina, I can't believe you're gone. Why? To my brother @Anthonyjoshua my heart breaks for you," Okoye wrote.
Okoye's Heartfelt Tribute and Memories
Despite the overwhelming sorrow, Okoye expressed gratitude that Joshua's life was spared. He extended prayers for strength and comfort to the boxer, urging him to honour the legacy of his departed friends.
"Latz & Sina will forever live in our memories and in the love they left behind. Even in the middle of this storm, we are grateful to God for sparing your life. May He comfort you, guide you, and help you carry their legacy with pride and strength. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong brother," the singer added.
Okoye's friendship with Anthony Joshua is well-documented, rooted in their shared Nigerian heritage. In April 2025, Joshua paid a surprise visit to Okoye's luxurious Ikoyi mansion. The musician shared a poignant video clip from that visit alongside his tribute, showing joyful gatherings, gym sessions, and relaxed moments between the two friends and the now-deceased trainers. The clip ended with simple, solemn title cards bearing the names "Latif" and "Sina."
Who Were Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele?
Sina Ghami was more than just a coach; he was Joshua's strength and conditioning specialist for over a decade. A co-founder of Evolve Gym in London, Ghami was a respected figure in sports rehabilitation, having worked with elite athletes from the NFL, NBA, and college football.
Latif "Latz" Ayodele was a dedicated fitness professional and personal trainer whose bond with the boxing champion extended far beyond the gym. Their deaths represent a significant personal and professional loss for Anthony Joshua and the wider sports community.
The news sparked an outpouring of grief online, with fans and netizens expressing their condolences. Many reactions highlighted the profound impact of the loss on Joshua, with one user, @ifydinerox, noting, "This is lifelong trauma, you don't let it go, you learn to live with it. Unfortunately Anthony Joshua will be affected by it."
Others, like @Henrisoft_tech, used the tragedy to critique infrastructure and emergency response systems, lamenting the absence of helicopters, ambulances, and coordinated emergency teams at accident scenes.
The fatal crash on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has once again brought attention to road safety issues in Nigeria, even as it mourns the untimely passing of two young professionals at the peak of their careers.
