Anthony Joshua’s Driver Arraigned For Manslaughter Over Fatal Ogun Highway Crash
Kayode Adeniyi, the driver of two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, has been arraigned at an Ogun State High Court in Sagamu over manslaughter, reckless driving, and related charges following a deadly road accident. The 47-year-old was behind the wheel when the crash occurred on Monday, December 29, 2025, on a busy highway in Makun. The accident involved a collision with a stationary truck. Two of Joshua’s companions, Latif Ayodele and Sina Gami, died from injuries sustained in the crash, while Joshua suffered minor injuries and has since been discharged from the hospital. Adeniyi was first arrested and questioned at Eleweran Police Station before being charged in court. The driver has received support from some quarters. Menzie Abia defended Adeniyi, noting that he has been Joshua’s driver in Nigeria for years without incident. Abia criticized government negligence, pointing to poorly marked highways and lack of traffic signs as contributing factors, and said, “The government is about to use him to save face and obscure her incompetence.” A police source confirmed that Adeniyi is currently in court, with further updates expected as the case progresses. The remains of Joshua’s friends have been returned to their families for burial, while the boxer continues to recover and mourn the loss of his companions.