The Digest:
The driver involved in the fatal car crash that killed two friends of boxer Anthony Joshua in Nigeria has been pictured for the first time as he faces charges that could lead to a life sentence. Adeniyi Kayode, 47, pleaded not guilty to four counts, including dangerous driving causing death and driving without a license.
Key Points:
- Driver Adeniyi Kayode pleaded not guilty to four charges related to the fatal crash
- The crash killed Joshua’s friends Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele in Nigeria
- Joshua and the driver were hospitalized with minor injuries and later released
- Kayode claims brake failure and an illegally parked lorry caused the accident
- He was initially granted bail but held until a ₦5 million bond was paid
- Kayode’s lawyer stated Joshua initially sat in the front but moved for visibility
- If convicted, the father of three could face life imprisonment
