International boxing superstar Anthony Joshua has broken his silence, expressing profound grief over the tragic road accident that claimed the lives of two of his close friends and team members.
The Tragic Incident on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
The fatal collision occurred on Monday, December 29, 2025. Joshua's vehicle was involved in a serious crash with a stationary truck along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in the Makun area of Ogun State. While the 36-year-old former world champion escaped with only minor injuries, the accident proved deadly for his companions.
Remembering Sina Ghami and Latif 'Latz' Ayodele
Joshua's close friends and valued team members, Sina Ghami and Latif 'Latz' Ayodele, sadly lost their lives at the scene. The boxing community and their families were plunged into mourning. Their final rites were held at a London mosque on Sunday, January 4, where a somber Joshua was present to pay his last respects to the departed.
Joshua's Heartfelt Message and Acceptance of Responsibility
In a poignant post on his Instagram page this afternoon, Joshua addressed the public for the first time since the tragedy. He thanked everyone for the overwhelming support and love shown to him and the families of the deceased in the wake of the unfortunate event.
The boxer carried a heavy burden of responsibility, stating clearly that the incident was "100% on him." However, his thoughts were squarely with the parents of his lost friends. "It's tough for me but I know it's even tougher for their parents," he wrote, acknowledging the unimaginable pain of the bereaved families.
He concluded his emotional message with a prayer, asking for God's mercy on the souls of Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers on Nigerian roads and has left a deep scar on the champion and all who knew the victims.
