Anthony Joshua Honors Friends Lost in Crash: ‘The Mission Continues’
Anthony Joshua has expressed profound grief following the tragic loss of his friends in a car accident in Nigeria. The former heavyweight champion was involved in the incident that took the lives of Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele. While Joshua suffered only minor injuries, he is now faced with the emotional challenge of mourning his friends.
Tribute to Lost Friends
Joshua shared his feelings through a heartfelt social media video. He described the time following the accident as “traumatic” and noted the widespread impact of the loss. “We went back home, went to see our families and everything just got flipped upside on its head,” he stated.
A Shared Loss
The accident affected numerous individuals, including family and friends of both Ghami and Ayodele. Joshua emphasized their significance, saying, “Not only did their parents and friends lose two great men, but I also lost people I dearly care about.”
A Mission to Honor
- Joshua plans to honor his friends by supporting their families and continuing their legacy.
- He expressed his commitment to “help them achieve their goals.”
- “It’s going to take a lot of strength from a higher power,” he said.
Despite the emotional toll, Joshua has not indicated any plans to retire from boxing in the near future. He stated, “In my corner of the world, I know what I’m going to be doing.”
Support from the Boxing Community
Boxing reporter Andy Scott noted the overwhelming support for Joshua following the accident. Heavyweight boxer Fabio Wardley remarked that Joshua will need time to reflect on his journey and decide his future in the sport.
Continuing with Purpose
Joshua reiterated his commitment to his friends, saying, “The mission must go on. I understand my duty.” He also expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and tributes to Ghami and Ayodele, emphasizing their impact on his life. “I still can’t get my head around just how popular [they are].”
In closing, Joshua conveyed solidarity with others who have faced similar losses. “For anyone out there that’s lost a son, a brother, one love to you,” he said, highlighting the universal nature of grief.
