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UK Mourns as Anthony Joshua’s Closest Friends Are Laid to Rest
London, 4 January 2026 — A sombre and deeply emotional farewell took place in the United Kingdom on Sunday as family, friends and members of the boxing community gathered to honour the lives of Abdul Latif “Latz” Ayodele and Sina Ghami — two cherished members of heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua’s inner circle.
The pair were killed in a tragic road accident on 29 December 2025 on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria when the vehicle they were travelling in with Joshua collided with a stationary truck. While Joshua survived with minor injuries, both Latz, his personal trainer, and Ghami, his long-time strength and conditioning coach, died at the scene.
Funerals and Prayer Services in London
The ceremonies began at 10 a.m. at the London Central Mosque in Regent’s Park, where an Islamic janaza (funeral prayer) was held to honour both men. The mosque was filled with mourners, with hundreds queuing outside to pay their respects in a quiet but powerful show of solidarity and grief.
After the janaza prayer, additional funeral rites continued throughout the day. A separate funeral service for Sina Ghami was held later at Hendon Cemetery & Crematorium, followed by a wake at Cavendish Banqueting Hall in North West London, allowing those close to the deceased a final opportunity to celebrate their lives and legacy.
Personal Tributes and Public Mourning
Anthony Joshua returned to London to stand with the families during these final moments, visibly shaken but resolute in his tribute. In a poignant social media post shared amid the day’s events, he captioned images of him alongside their loved ones: “My Brother’s Keeper.”
The turnout reflected not only the personal impact of Latz and Sina on those who knew them, but also the respect they earned across the wider sporting community. Mourners from diverse backgrounds gathered to honour the dedication, passion and support the two men provided in helping shape Joshua’s journey.
A Legacy Remembered
Friends and family described both Ayodele and Ghami as more than just colleagues — they were loyal companions whose influence extended far beyond their professional roles. Their deaths have prompted an outpouring of tributes from supporters in the UK, Nigeria and around the world.
As the boxing world and the wider public continue to mourn, the London services offered a moment of unity and reflection — a chance to remember two lives that played a significant role in the life of one of Britain’s biggest sporting stars.
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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/boxing/article-15432865/amp/anthony-joshua-crash-update.html
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