Nigerian Chess Master, Tunde Onakoya has achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new Guinness World Record for the longest continuous chess marathon.
Tunde who doubles as an entrepreneur and philanthropists is known for his unique charitable work of gathering children in the slum areas of Lagos educating them and teaching them about Chess embarked on the journey to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon in the heart of New York City’s Times Square.
He aimed to engage in a 58-hour-long chess session without facing a single defeat. He disclosed that his endeavor is fueled by a profound mission to uplift underprivileged children.
He said “Doing this for the dreams of millions of children across Africa without access to education”.
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On the 17th of April 2024, I will attempt to break the Guiness World record for the longest Chess marathon in the heart of Times Square New York City for 58 hours without losing a game.
Doing this for the dreams of millions of children across Africa without access to education. pic.twitter.com/MlGm7Mvmmd— Tunde Onakoya (@Tunde_OD) April 12, 2024
