By Akinwale Kasali
Weeks after the tragic incident that claimed the lives of Latif ‘Latz’ Ayodele And Sina Ghami, friends of former World Boxing Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua, the pugilist couldn’t hold back tears as he spoke publicly about their demise for the first time.
The two lost their lives in a ghastly Motor on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on the 29th December, 2025, in which the Nigeria-British Boxer sustained injuries and was hospitalised. He was discharged two days later.
In an emotional video on his YouTube channel, Thursday, the 36-year-old thanked fans across the world for their support during what he described as a “tragic, traumatic time.”
He said: “The last time I spoke to you guys was in Miami. We had so many plans to wrap up 2025.
“We went home to see our families, and everything just flipped on its head. That was such an unforeseen circumstance that was out of all of our control.”
The Boxer said the loss of Ayodele and Ghami had left a deep void in his life.
“We lost two great men. People we really cared about, major players in all of our lives. It’s tough. It’s really tough,” he added.
‘I was walking with giants’.
He described the duo as more than just members of his team.
“They were my brothers, my friends first and foremost. Then we became business partners, hustlers, generals — everything. We even lived together,” he said.
“I know people think I’m the big guy, but I was walking with giants. Protected.”
He further stressed that he was choosing not to publicly display all his emotions but acknowledged the pain of the loss.
The pugilist said support from fans kept him strong, expressing his gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans worldwide, noting that the messages of condolence had been received and appreciated by the families of the deceased.
“We saw the messages, the tweets, the social media posts, the prayers. It’s all been acknowledged,” he said.
He also pledged to stand by the families of Ayodele and Ghami.
“We know what we’re going to do. Mumma Latz, Mumma Sina, Pappa Latz, Pappa Sina — one love,” he said.
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