Sina and Latz were more than just colleagues to Joshua; they were his close friends and confidants. Their loss has sent shockwaves through the boxing community, with many expressing their condolences and support for Joshua and the families of the deceased.
*The Recklessness of Drivers in Nigeria*
This tragic incident highlights the alarming rate of road accidents in Nigeria, often caused by reckless driving, poor road conditions, and inadequate traffic enforcement. The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, where the accident occurred, is notorious for its high accident rate, with many attributing it to excessive speed, wrongful overtaking, and poor road infrastructure
The families of Sina and Latz deserve our support and condolences during this difficult time. As Nigeria mourns the loss of these two incredible individuals, it’s crucial to address the systemic issues leading to such tragedies.
Joshua had only just returned to the ring after more than a year out, beating Jake Paul on Netflix in what was a huge pay day, and he was in Nigeria simply to spend New Year with family when this tragedy struck.
The plan had been for Joshua to fight again in Saudi Arabia in February before eventually moving towards the long-talked-about Tyson Fury bout later in 2026. But right now, those plans feel secondary.
Joshua has lost two people close to him, friends first and foremost, including his long-time strength and conditioning coach Ghami, and the emotional impact of that is impossible to measure. Ghami was by his side throughout fight week in Miami, and joined him in the ring after his win over Paul.
Whatever he decides to do next in the twilight of his career almost feels insignificant, with the boxing world united in hoping that one of Nigerian and Britain’s most accomplished fighters comes through this ordeal in good health.