President Tinubu Commends Chess Champion Tunde Onakoya, Pledges National Support for Youth Empowerment Through Chess
In a moment that captured the heart of a nation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomed Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, to his residence for a special recognition of his world-record achievement in the longest chess marathon ever recorded.
More than just a celebration of endurance, the visit highlighted a deeper story—one of resilience, brilliance, and the boundless potential of Nigeria’s youth.
President Tinubu Commends Chess Champion Tunde Onakoya,
Tunde Onakoya’s journey—from playing chess on the streets of Lagos to transforming underserved communities through education and strategy—is a powerful testament to what’s possible when passion meets purpose. His grassroots initiative, Chess in Slums Africa, has become a beacon of hope for thousands of children in marginalized areas, offering them not just a game, but a future.
“Tunde’s work reflects the very spirit of our young people: brilliant, bold, and unstoppable,” President Tinubu said. “Through chess, he opens minds and transforms lives in places that are too often forgotten.”
The President went further to express his desire to see Tunde’s initiative expanded across the country, pledging to host him in Abuja for further discussions on how the federal government can support and scale his life-changing work.
“His vision aligns perfectly with our administration’s commitment: no child left behind, no talent wasted,” the President emphasized. “Nigeria is proud of him, and we will walk with him.”
President Tinubu Commends Chess Champion Tunde Onakoya,
Tunde’s recent world record not only showcased individual brilliance but also spotlighted the transformative power of chess as a tool for education, discipline, and empowerment. With national attention now fully behind his movement, the impact of Chess in Slums Africa could soon reach a historic new scale.
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