Anthony Joshua’s driver in Nigeria is anticipated to face charges of ‘reckless driving’ following a tragic accident that resulted in the deaths of two of the boxer’s close associates. According to reports from The Daily Mail, a 47-year-old member of Joshua’s Nigerian logistics team, who has been with him during his visits to the country, is set to be charged within the next 48 hours.
After being released from a hospital in Lagos on New Year’s Eve, the driver was transported to Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun state, where the fatal crash occurred. He underwent several hours of questioning and provided an official statement detailing the events leading up to the accident that claimed the lives of Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele, Joshua’s dear friends.
Joshua, who was also discharged from the hospital, paid his respects to Ghami and Ayodele at a funeral home alongside his mother. The driver, after receiving treatment for minor injuries, was taken to the state police headquarters for further interrogation, as per a police source cited by the Mail. A charging decision is expected within 48 hours, with the possibility of a court appearance for reckless driving.
During the incident, Joshua was traveling in a black Lexus Jeep that collided with a stationary truck on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The driver of the truck involved in the crash fled the scene and is now wanted by the police. Investigations revealed overspeeding and a burst front tire as contributing factors to the tragic accident.
Eddie Hearn, chairman of Joshua’s promotional company Matchroom, expressed his condolences for the loss of Ghami and Ayodele, calling them “two great men” in a heartfelt Instagram post. In other news, Sky has reduced the price of its Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle for the upcoming season, offering significant savings and an extended lineup of live matches across various leagues.
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