Tunde Onakoya meets President Tinubu in Lagos

Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, meets President Bola Tinubu to present his Guinness World Record certificate for the longest chess marathon

The meeting was shared via a post on the president’s official X account, where Tinubu praised Onakoya’s efforts in empowering underserved children through chess and promoting education and development.

Tinubu highlighted Onakoya’s journey from Lagos to global recognition, noting, “Tunde’s journey, from the streets of Lagos to uplifting underserved children and breaking world records, reflects the resilience and brilliance of Nigeria’s youth.”

He emphasized that Onakoya’s work transforms lives in overlooked communities and expressed interest in expanding his initiative nationwide, stating, “I would love to see how his work can be replicated nationwide and I am looking forward to seeing him in Abuja to hear how the government can support him.”

Tinubu added that Onakoya’s vision aligns with his administration’s goal of ensuring no child or talent is left behind, pledging continued support.