{"id":386104,"date":"2026-01-02T04:31:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T04:31:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/386104\/"},"modified":"2026-01-02T04:31:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T04:31:07","slug":"anthony-joshua-latest-boxer-pays-respects-to-friends-killed-in-nigeria-car-crash-after-hospital-discharge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/386104\/","title":{"rendered":"Anthony Joshua latest: Boxer pays respects to friends killed in Nigeria car crash after hospital discharge"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/a>Anthony Joshua\u2019s friends confirmed as two casualties in fatal car crash that injured boxer<\/p>\n

Anthony Joshua\u2019s friends have been confirmed as the two casualties of a car crash in Nigeria, which left the heavyweight boxer with minor injuries.<\/p>\n

Joshua, a passenger in the incident, was taken to hospital after the crash on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, which was promptly confirmed to have taken two lives. It was not until later in the day that reports suggested the two casualties were Joshua\u2019s personal trainer Latif \u201cLatz\u201d Ayodele and strength coach Sina Ghami.<\/p>\n

Matchroom, which promotes Joshua, and 258 MGT, his management company, confirmed those rumours late on Monday.<\/p>\n

Read more here by Alex Pattle Combat Sports Editor: <\/p>\n

Rebecca Whittaker2 January 2026 04:00<\/p>\n

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Rebecca Whittaker2 January 2026 03:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Recap: Anthony Joshua released from hospital after car crashBoxer Anthony Joshua has been released from hospital in Nigeria following a crash that tragically killed two of his friends. Sina Ghami and Latif \u2018Latz\u2019 Ayodele died after the vehicle they were travelling in with Joshua struck a stationary truck near Lagos on Monday. Joshua sustained injuries but was deemed clinically fit to recuperate at home, as confirmed by Lagos state commissioner for information Gbenga Omotoso. Ghami, Joshua’s strength and conditioning coach, and Ayodele, a trainer, were long-term friends of the British heavyweight. Joshua and his mother paid their final respects to his friends, whose bodies were being prepared for repatriation. <\/p>\n

Rebecca Whittaker2 January 2026 02:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Anthony Joshua\u2019s promoter gives update on his recovery after crash<\/p>\n

Rebecca Whittaker2 January 2026 01:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Watch: Friend of Latif Ayodele who was killed in Anthony Joshua crash pays tributeFriend of Latif Ayodele who was killed in Anthony Joshua crash pays tribute<\/p>\n

Tara Cobham2 January 2026 00:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Boxing community expresses its shock and sorrow<\/p>\n

The boxing community has expressed its shock and sorrow. British heavyweight Tyson Fury posted on Instagram: “This is so sad. May god give them a good bed in heaven.”<\/p>\n

Chris Eubank Jr, a middleweight contender, offered his condolences on X: “Thank god our heavyweight champ survived that horrible car crash. And pray for the two fallen soldiers Latz & Sina & their families. I knew both \u2026 they were genuinely good men. Rest in Peace boys.”<\/p>\n

Women\u2019s bantamweight boxer Shannon Courtenay, who fought on the undercard of Joshua\u2019s recent bout, shared a photo with Joshua on Instagram, writing: “As well as Sina and Latz please keep the big man (Joshua) in your prayers. No man should have to go through and witness what he went through today losing his two best friends.”<\/p>\n

Wladimir Klitschko, who famously fought Joshua in 2017, also shared his sympathies on X: “I\u2019m deeply saddened to hear about AJ and his close-knit group of friends.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving had the pleasure of engaging in an unforgettable battle with AJ, I\u2019ve always regarded him as a true class act who commands my utmost respect. My heart goes out to him, and I wish him and his loved ones all the best during this difficult time.”<\/p>\n

Tara Cobham1 January 2026 23:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Anthony Joshua car crash sparks fresh concerns over roads in Nigeria<\/p>\n

The high-profile crash has cast a renewed spotlight on Nigeria\u2019s perilous road network, where accidents are a common occurrence.<\/p>\n

Data from the country’s Federal Road Safety Corps reveals a grim picture, with 5,421 deaths recorded in 9,570 road accidents in 2024 alone \u2013 an increase of 340 fatalities compared to the previous year.<\/p>\n

Experts point to a confluence of factors, including dilapidated infrastructure, lax enforcement of traffic laws, and driver indiscipline, as contributors to these statistics.<\/p>\n

Tara Cobham1 January 2026 22:00<\/p>\n

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Tara Cobham1 January 2026 21:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>Anthony Joshua\u2019s uncles open up on \u2018serious tragedy\u2019 following boxer\u2019s car crash<\/p>\n

Two of Anthony Joshua\u2019s uncles have spoken out following the boxer\u2019s crash in Nigeria. <\/p>\n

One uncle, named Robert, told The Sun: \u201cWe have not been allowed to see him, but from information given by authorities, he is responding to treatment.\u201d <\/p>\n

Mr Joshua had only been in Nigeria for around six hours before the crash, Adedamola Joshua, another uncle, said. <\/p>\n

Tara Cobham1 January 2026 20:00<\/p>\n

<\/a>‘Rest in peace Latz and Sina’: Joshua’s promoter pays tribute<\/p>\n

Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn \u2013 who has promoted Anthony Joshua since he turned professional, after he won gold at the London 2012 Olympics \u2013 posted on Instagram: \u201cRest in peace Latz and Sina. Your energy and loyalty among so many other great qualities will be deeply missed.<\/p>\n

\u201cPraying for strength and guidance for all their family, friends and of course AJ during this very difficult time.\u201d<\/p>\n

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