The Ogun State Police Command has formally arraigned Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal accident that claimed the lives of two close associates of former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. However, the court has adjourned the matter until January 20, 2026, to allow for further legal proceedings, according to a report by Saturday PUNCH. Kayode, 46, appeared before a Sagamu Magistrate Court on Friday, following charges brought against him by the police. The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the arraignment in a statement issued in Abeokuta, the state capital. The arraignment follows the tragic crash that occurred on December 29, 2025, near Danco on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The accident led to the death of Kevin Latif Ayodele (36), a British-Nigerian citizen, and Sina Ghami (36), a British national. Both victims were part of Anthony Joshua’s professional training staff and close colleagues. Kayode, who is a long-serving member of Joshua’s Nigerian logistics team, sustained minor injuries and was discharged from a Lagos hospital on New Year’s Eve. He was subsequently taken to the Ogun State Police headquarters in Abeokuta for questioning regarding the circumstances of the crash. According to police reports, Kayode was reportedly driving well above the 65mph speed limit when a tyre burst during an overtaking maneuver. The Lexus SUV, with registration number KRD 850 HN, collided with a stationary truck carrying soya beans, which was illegally parked on the hard shoulder. The force of the impact caused severe damage to the vehicle, particularly the nearside section. While Ghami and Ayodele tragically died instantly, Joshua and Kayode suffered only minor injuries. Local first responders described Joshua’s survival as nothing short of a “miracle,” as he was seated directly behind the driver at the time of the collision. A police source told the Daily Mail that Kayode was in a stable condition and had provided a detailed account of events leading to the crash. He is expected to face charges related to reckless driving, although the ongoing bank holiday period could slightly delay formal proceedings. On Friday, Kayode made his court appearance as scheduled. However, the exact charges filed against him have not been made publicly available. Following the incident, both the Lagos and Ogun state governments announced that Anthony Joshua had been discharged from Lagoon Hospital, Ikoyi, after medical confirmation of his fitness to continue recovery at home. In a joint statement, Mr. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, and Mr. Gbenga Omotosho, Lagos State Commissioner for Information, confirmed that Joshua, accompanied by his mother, visited a Lagos funeral home to pay their final respects to the late friends. The bodies of Ayodele and Ghami were being prepared for repatriation to their respective countries.
A tragic accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has claimed the life of a yet-to-be-identified motorcyclist after his yellow Quic motorcycle caught fire following a collision. The incident occurred on Thursday night, March 20, 2025, in front of the NNPC Filling Station, Ibafo, Ogun State. According to the Ogun State Police Command, the crash happened at approximately 9:30 p.m. The state police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, disclosed in a statement that the motorcyclist was reportedly speeding when he lost control and crashed into a culvert near the petrol station. The impact caused the motorcycle to burst into flames, resulting in the instant death of the rider. The official statement reads: “The Divisional Police Officer of Ibafo reported a fatal motorcycle accident that took place on March 20, 2025, around 9:30 p.m. in front of the NNPC Filling Station, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The accident involved a yellow Quic motorcycle with an unknown registration number, leading to the unfortunate death of the rider, whose identity remains undisclosed.” Emergency responders, including officers from the Motor Traffic Police (MOTOPOL) unit, quickly arrived at the scene to assess the situation. The deceased’s body was taken to Real Divine Hospital Mortuary, Ibafo, for proper handling. Additionally, the burnt motorcycle was transported to the police station for safekeeping and further examination by the Vehicle Inspection Office. Authorities have reiterated the importance of adhering to road safety regulations and speed limits to prevent similar tragedies. The police command urged motorcyclists to exercise caution and prioritize safety while on the road. For more information on road safety measures, visit Federal Road Safety Corps. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Channel
