Anthony Joshua has returned to England following a fatal car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his friends. The heavyweight boxer landed at London Stansted Airport on Friday night and is now recovering at his home.
The funeral of Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami is scheduled for tomorrow at a London mosque, with a janaza prayer service planned. Joshua is reportedly undecided about attending, amid concerns that his presence could create a 'circus'.
Joshua survived the crash after swapping seats minutes before the journey. The driver, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving. His lawyer stated that Kayode pleaded not guilty, claiming the brakes failed.
According to the lawyer, Joshua initially sat in the front passenger seat but moved to the back because the driver could not see the wing mirror due to Joshua's size. Latif then took the front seat and died in the collision.
Joshua visited a funeral home in Nigeria to pay respects to his friends before their bodies were repatriated to the UK. He was discharged from hospital with minor injuries and is now recovering at his London residence.
