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The tragic accident involving Anthony Joshua on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway has left a deep ache far beyond the world of sports. Two lives were lost in an instant, while Joshua and the driver survived with injuries after their Lexus SUV collided with a stationary truck.

Sina Ghami (right)wasn’t just Joshua’s strength coach — he also ran a fitness and rehab programme that trained athletes across Europe

Early reports confirm that the vehicle was travelling with three other occupants when the crash occurred, and the Federal Road Safety Corps has already stated that speeding and wrongful overtaking played a role. It is a heartbreaking reminder that behind every wheel sits a responsibility many drivers underestimate — a responsibility not just for their own safety, but for the precious lives seated in the vehicle.

Investigators say speeding and wrongful overtaking led to the fatal crash that killed two and injured Anthony Joshua.

What makes this loss even more painful is how preventable it may have been. Investigators are still piecing together the full picture, but the pattern is familiar: a moment of haste, a risky overtake, a burst of speed that feels harmless until it isn’t.

Kevin Latif Ayodele (right) — described as Joshua’s close friend and integral member of his training team

Drivers often forget that passengers place complete trust in them — trust that they will be cautious, alert, and protective. When that duty of care is broken, the consequences ripple outward: families shattered, communities grieving, and survivors left with emotional scars that linger long after the physical wounds heal.

In Nigeria, fatal road incidents caused by reckless driving, excessive speed, or dangerous overtaking fall under serious criminal scrutiny. When a driver’s actions lead to death, charges can include dangerous driving causing death or even manslaughter, depending on intent and evidence. Penalties range from imprisonment to heavy fines and long-term driving bans.

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In this case, because the driver survived, he will face the full weight of investigation. If authorities conclude that his speed and overtaking were negligent or intentional, Nigerian law makes it clear: he could be charged and held criminally liable for the deaths that occurred.

As Anthony Joshua recovers and the families of the deceased mourn, this tragedy must stand as a call to every driver. Slow down. Respect the road. Honour the lives in your care. A steering wheel is not just a tool — it is a responsibility, a duty, and sometimes the difference between life and loss. And if investigators confirm reckless driving in this case, the driver will likely face prosecution under Nigerian law for dangerous driving resulting in death.