Anthony Joshua has paid an emotional tribute to two close friends who died in a car crash in Nigeria last week. The former heavyweight world champion was a passenger in a Lexus SUV that collided with a stationary lorry on a major expressway near Lagos.
The accident claimed the lives of Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, while Joshua sustained injuries requiring hospital treatment. He was discharged on New Year's Eve and has since returned to the UK.
Writing on Instagram, Joshua said: 'Thank you for all the love and care you have shown my brothers. I didn't even realise how special they are... 100 per cent it's tough for me, but I know it's even tougher for their parents.'
Funeral services were held at a London mosque on Sunday, with hundreds gathering to pay respects. Joshua posted a picture with his mother and others, captioned 'My Brothers Keeper', and has reportedly offered lifelong support to the families of the deceased.
The driver, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, reckless and negligent driving, and driving without a valid licence. He was granted bail of five million naira (about £2,700) and remanded pending conditions.
Reports had suggested Joshua, 36, was considering retirement, but according to The Mirror, no final decision has been made.
