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Driver in Anthony Joshua Crash Charged With Dangerous, Reckless Driving in Nigeria

Next hearing is set for Jan. 20 with authorities continuing to examine speed, a tyre burst, plus a stationary truck cited in early findings.

Overview

  • Police named the driver as Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, who was arraigned at Sagamu Magistrate Court on four counts including causing death by dangerous driving and driving without a valid national licence.
  • Kayode was granted bail of 5 million naira with two sureties and was remanded in custody until the conditions are met, according to the Ogun State Police Command.
  • The Dec. 29 crash on the LagosIbadan Expressway killed Joshua’s trainer Latif Ayodele and strength coach Sina Ghami, while Joshua and the driver sustained minor injuries.
  • Preliminary agency reports indicate the SUV was speeding, suffered a tyre burst during an overtaking attempt, lost control, and struck a stationary truck on the hard shoulder.
  • Joshua has been discharged from hospital, visited a Lagos funeral home to pay respects, and officials said the victims’ remains were being prepared for repatriation to the United Kingdom.