Anthony Joshua breaks silence on fatal crash as | Boxing News

Anthony Joshua has damaged his silence after struggling accidents in a horror car crash in Nigeria. Monday’s accident, which claimed the lives of two of his buddies, befell just 10 days after the boxer had defeated Jake Paul in a battle in Miami.

Joshua had been travelling in a SUV with 4 other people on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway in Ogun State, southwestern Nigeria, when the vehicle hit a stationary truck after its tyre reportedly burst. The 36-year-old’s close buddies and fitness coaches, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, who had been travelling with Joshua, have been killed in the collision.

Joshua took to Instagram on Sunday morning to post footage of himself with the members of the family of his two late buddies, which he captioned: “My Brothers Keeper.”

The post comes after an official spokesperson for Joshua launched a assertion on Monday, which read: “It is with the deepest and most profound sadness that we confirm, following a road traffic accident in Lagos Nigeria earlier today, the death of Sina Ghami and Kevin ‘Lateef’ Ayodele.

“Both were close friends and integral members of Anthony’s team. We respectfully ask that space and privacy be given to the families at this time while they process this truly shocking and devastating news.”

And Joshua’s promoter Matchroom Sport said: “Anthony Joshua was involved in a road traffic accident in Lagos, Nigeria, earlier today.

“With profound sadness it has been confirmed that two close friends and team members Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele have tragically passed away.

“Matchroom Boxing and 258 BXG can confirm that Anthony sustained injuries in the accident and was taken to hospital for checks and treatment. He is in a stable condition and will remain there for observation.

“Our deepest condolences and prayers are with the families and friends of all those affected – and we ask that their privacy is respected at this incredibly difficult time. No further comment will be made at this time.”

Meanwhile, the Ogun state authorities supplied additional particulars of the crash with a assertion that read: “Anthony Joshua and another passenger were immediately evacuated to a specialised medical facility in Lagos.

“Following comprehensive clinical assessments, doctors have confirmed that both patients are stable and do not require any emergency medical intervention at this time. A full medical team has been assembled and will continue to monitor them closely.”