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The Digest:

A Sagamu Magistrate Court in Ogun State has granted bail to Adeniyi Kayode, the driver involved in the fatal crash that killed two members of boxer Anthony Joshua's team. According to reports, the 46-year-old was granted bail for ₦5 million with two sureties. The court adjourned the case to February 25, 2026, to allow for transmission of the case file to the state's Attorney General for legal advice. Kayode faces a four-count charge, including dangerous driving causing death and driving without a valid license, related to the December 2025 accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Key Points:
  • The bail decision allows the accused to await trial outside custody but maintains judicial oversight over the serious charges.
  • It represents a step in a protracted legal process that will determine accountability for the tragic loss of two lives.
  • The driver gains conditional freedom while facing a rigorous trial, and the state proceeds with its prosecutorial duties.
  • This phase highlights the procedural aspects of Nigeria's justice system, including the role of legal advice from the Attorney General.
  • The adjournment extends the timeline for a final verdict, prolonging the legal process for the families of the deceased.
The case will resume in February, with the prosecution expected to return with legal directives for proceeding to trial.

Sources: Vanguard News Nigeria