The driver accused of causing the fatal crash that claimed the lives of two members of boxing star Anthony Joshua’s training team has appeared before a magistrates’ court in Ogun State.
Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, was arraigned on Wednesday at the Sagamu Magistrates’ Court in Ogun State over the December 29 accident that left Joshua injured and resulted in the deaths of his personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami.
The tragic collision occurred along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, a major highway linking Lagos to other parts of the country.
According to authorities, the Lexus SUV conveying Joshua and his team crashed into a stationary lorry.
Ayodele and Ghami were pronounced dead at the scene, while the former two-time world heavyweight champion was rushed to hospital for treatment.
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Joshua, 36, was discharged two days later after receiving medical care for injuries sustained in the crash.
Prosecutors charged Kayode with causing death by dangerous driving, reckless and negligent driving, driving without due care and attention, and driving without a valid driver’s licence.
During Wednesday’s proceedings, the prosecution informed the court that additional time was required to assemble and file relevant evidence.
The defendant, who was making his second court appearance in connection with the case, has not yet entered a plea.
The presiding magistrate adjourned the matter until March 13 to allow the prosecution to complete its preparations.
