Unverified reports circulating on Monday claimed that Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident in Nigeria that allegedly resulted in the deaths of two close associates, identified as Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele.
According to the reports, Joshua was travelling as a passenger and suffered only minor injuries. The alleged incident reportedly occurred in Ogun State, where authorities were quoted as saying a tyre burst caused the driver to lose control before the vehicle struck a stationary truck on the roadside.
International media outlets quoted Ogun State Police Commissioner Lanre Ogunlowo as attributing the crash to a mechanical failure. However, official confirmation from Joshua’s camp or Nigerian authorities remains limited, and details continue to emerge.
Claims of loss within Joshua’s inner circle
The reports state that Ghami and Ayodele worked closely with Joshua and played important roles in his training and recovery. Both were described as trusted members of his inner circle, present throughout key stages of his professional career.
The two people who died in the accident involving Anthony Joshua in Nigeria today were his coaches and close friends, Latz and Sina.
– Sina was his strength and conditioning coach.
– Latz was AJ’s personal trainer.
They were reportedly in Nigeria to spend Christmas and New… pic.twitter.com/NrPFSI0KSt
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) December 29, 2025A statement attributed to Matchroom Boxing and shared by promoter Eddie Hearn expressed condolences and confirmed the deaths. As of publication, Matchroom Boxing has not released a detailed public briefing clarifying the circumstances.
Who were Sina Ghami and Kevin Latif Ayodele?
Sina Ghami was described as a long-time rehabilitation specialist who had worked with Joshua for more than a decade. Media reports credit him with contributing to Joshua’s physical conditioning during major bouts, including the 2017 world title fight against Wladimir Klitschko. Ghami also reportedly worked with elite athletes across boxing, basketball, and American football.
Kevin Latif Ayodele, also known as Latif or Latz, reportedly served as Joshua’s personal trainer and close friend. Sources described him as deeply committed to fitness and faith, with a strong influence on Joshua’s daily training routines.
Context and caution
The alleged accident comes shortly after Joshua’s widely publicised victory over Jake Paul, a bout that attracted global attention. While the emotional impact described in reports is severe, readers should note that key details remain unverified and no comprehensive official statement has been issued.
Read: Anthony Joshua Stops Jake Paul With Sixth-Round Knockout in Miami
Given the seriousness of the claims, confirmation from Joshua’s representatives or Nigerian authorities is essential. Until then, the situation should be treated with caution to avoid misinformation.
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