World
Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, Driver in Anthony Joshua Crash Case Formally Charged
SAGAMU, Ogun State, Nigeria — The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed that Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal motor vehicle collision that injured British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two passengers, has been formally charged in court.
Police officials stated that Kayode, 46, was arraigned on Thursday, January 2, 2026, before the Sagamu Magistrate Court, where he faces charges of reckless and dangerous driving.
The case has been adjourned until January 20, 2026, for further proceedings.
According to police, the crash occurred earlier in the week along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, a major highway in southwestern Nigeria.
The Lexus SUV was transporting Anthony Joshua and two of his close associates, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, when it collided with a stationary truck parked along the roadway.
Both Ayodele and Ghami sustained fatal injuries in the crash.
Police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed that the defendant was granted bail in the sum of ₦5 million (approximately $3,480 USD), with two sureties, and was remanded in custody pending the fulfillment of the bail conditions.
The Ogun State Police Command reiterated in a public update that the arraignment followed a comprehensive preliminary investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
Authorities emphasized that investigations remain ongoing.
Anthony Joshua, a former world heavyweight boxing champion, survived the crash but reportedly suffered significant emotional trauma as a result of the incident.
Ayodele and Ghami were described as long-time friends, training partners, and key members of Joshua’s professional support team, regularly accompanying him before, during, and after major fights.
Ayodele was notably present ringside during Joshua’s recent bout, where he was seen holding the Nigerian flag.
The remains of the two deceased men were transported to a mortuary in Sagamu.
Both were reported to be Muslims, and arrangements for burial in accordance with Islamic rites are pending. Officials have not yet confirmed when their bodies will be repatriated to the United Kingdom.
Authorities have also renewed calls for improved road safety enforcement, particularly concerning the illegal and prolonged parking of heavy-duty trucks along highways, which has been cited as a recurring hazard on Nigerian roads.
The Ogun State Police Command urged motorists to exercise caution, adhere strictly to speed limits, and ensure proper judgment when overtaking or maneuvering on highways.
Further updates are expected as the case proceeds through the court system.
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland — A devastating fire at a popular bar in the Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana has left approximately 40 people dead and at least 100 others injured following New Year’s Eve celebrations, authorities confirmed.
Many of the victims are reported to be teenagers and young adults in their 20s.
The fire broke out shortly after 1:30 a.m. on January 1 at Le Constellation, a well-known bar and nightclub where hundreds of people had gathered to welcome the new year.
According to officials, the venue was crowded when the blaze ignited and spread rapidly, creating chaos and panic among patrons.
Preliminary findings suggest the fire may have been accidentally triggered by sparklers or candles, possibly attached to a champagne bottle, which ignited wooden ceiling elements or other flammable materials inside the venue.
Authorities have stated there is no indication of terrorism or criminal intent, describing the incident as a tragic accident.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Witnesses described thick smoke filling the bar within moments, as guests struggled to escape through narrow exits.
Some reportedly broke windows and forced doors open to flee the flames. Emergency services responded with a massive deployment of ambulances, firefighters, and rescue helicopters, while nearby streets and buildings were converted into temporary triage and treatment areas.
Approximately 115 people sustained injuries, many suffering from severe burns and smoke inhalation.
Hospitals across the Valais region quickly reached capacity, prompting the transfer of critically injured patients to medical facilities in Lausanne, Geneva, and Zurich. Officials confirmed that several victims are foreign nationals, complicating identification and notification efforts.
Authorities have sealed off the building as forensic teams work to determine how the fire spread so quickly.
Officials cautioned that identifying all victims will take time due to the severity of injuries and the scale of the incident.
The tragedy has deeply shaken Crans-Montana, an internationally known resort destination celebrated for winter tourism and holiday festivities.
Swiss officials and national leaders have expressed condolences to the victims’ families, while grief counselors and support services have been made available to survivors, families, and the wider community.
The incident is being described as one of the deadliest civilian disasters in recent Swiss history, casting a somber shadow over what was meant to be a night of celebration.