Renowned Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya, has set his sights on breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. Onakoya unveiled his ambitious plan via his X account on Friday, highlighting his mission to inspire millions of African children with limited access to education.
Scheduled for April 17th, the historic attempt will take place in the bustling heart of New York City’s Times Square. Onakoya aims to play chess continuously for an impressive 58 hours without suffering a single defeat.
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In a statement, Onakoya expressed his motivation: “On the 17th of April 2024, I will attempt to break the Guinness 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.”
The marathon session is set to commence at 10 a.m. and will be live-streamed on YouTube, inviting spectators from around the globe to witness the historic event. Onakoya also called upon Nigerians residing in New York to show their support and encouragement as he endeavors to establish a new world record.
Notably, Onakoya is recognized for his philanthropic endeavors, particularly his use of chess as a catalyst for empowering youth in marginalized communities, commonly known as ‘slums,’ across Nigeria. Through his initiatives, Onakoya aims to provide valuable opportunities and inspire positive change among young people facing socioeconomic challenges.
As Onakoya prepares to embark on his record-breaking quest, his dedication to leveraging chess as a force for social impact continues to inspire and uplift communities both locally and internationally.
