The trial of Adeniyi Kayode, the 46-year-old driver charged in connection with the accident that killed Anthony Joshua’s personal trainer, Latif Ayodele, and strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami, has been adjourned to February 25, 2026.
The case, heard at the Sagamu Magistrate Court in Ogun State, was postponed after prosecuting counsel Richard Nigiwe informed the court that although four witnesses had been listed, only three were present.
He requested an adjournment to allow duplication of the case file and submission to the Attorney General of the State through the Department of Public Prosecution for legal advice.
Defence counsel Olalekan Abiodun objected, arguing that the prosecution had sufficient time to prepare before the hearing.
However, the Magistrate ruled that in the interest of justice, the matter should be adjourned. The court directed the prosecution to duplicate the file and forward it to the Attorney General’s office for advice.
Speaking to journalists after the proceedings, Abiodun said he accepted the court’s decision. Nigiwe declined to comment.
The accident occurred on December 29, 2025, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Reports indicate it was caused by excessive speed and wrongful overtaking.
Kayode faces four charges: dangerous driving causing death, reckless and negligent driving, driving without due care and attention, and driving without a valid national driver’s license. He was earlier granted bail in the sum of ₦5,000,000 with two sureties.
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