Court adjourns trial for driver in fatal Anthony Joshua car crash

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Court adjourns trial for driver in fatal Anthony Joshua car crash
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The trial of Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, accused in a December 2025 car crash involving Anthony Joshua, has been adjourned until November 17. The accident occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway while the group was traveling to visit Joshua's father in Ogun State. The crash resulted in the deaths of Joshua's personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami. Kayode faces four charges, including dangerous driving causing death and reckless driving, all of which he denies. Prosecutors allege the SUV carrying the boxer struck a stationary truck during an attempted overtake. Joshua, a two-time world heavyweight champion, sustained minor injuries in the collision and was later released from the hospital.

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  • Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode faces four charges related to the December 2025 fatal collision.
  • The crash killed Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami while Anthony Joshua sustained injuries.
  • The trial proceedings are now scheduled to continue on November 17.
  • Kayode denies all charges, including dangerous and reckless driving.
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The trial of Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver involved in the crash that injured boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two members of his team, has been adjourned until November 17.

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