Tunde Onakoya

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Nigerian Chess Prodigy Tunde Onakoya Takes on Epic 58-Hour Challenge

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Nigerian chess sensation Tunde Onakoya sets out to shatter a Guinness World Record in a thrilling 58-hour marathon. Can he conquer the ultimate chess test?

Nigerian chess champion, Tunde Onakoya, has embarked on a monumental challenge to break the Guinness World Record for the longest unbeaten chess marathon. The talented player aims to make history by showcasing his exceptional skills and endurance over a grueling 58-hour period in New York. With the support of the US Embassy and former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Onakoya's quest is gaining widespread attention and admiration.

Onakoya's determination and strategic prowess are on full display as he engages in intense gameplay, aiming to outlast the current record and etch his name in the annals of chess history. Despite the mental and physical demands of the marathon, Onakoya remains focused and driven, inspiring chess enthusiasts worldwide with his remarkable performance. As the hours tick by, the excitement mounts, and spectators eagerly anticipate the outcome of this thrilling battle of wits and willpower.

In a unique twist, Onakoya's passion for chess extends beyond the game itself. Known for his advocacy work, including promoting environmental conservation through innovative initiatives, he exemplifies the fusion of talent and social impact. Through his chess prowess and commitment to positive change, Onakoya embodies the spirit of resilience and excellence, captivating audiences with his multifaceted approach to success.

As the chess marathon reaches its climax, the world watches with bated breath to see if Tunde Onakoya can achieve his extraordinary goal and secure his place in history. With his unwavering determination and exceptional skills, Onakoya's journey serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and belief in one's abilities.

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Tunde Onakoya Begins His 58-Hour Guinness World Record ... (BellaNaija)

Tunde Onakoya has begun his 58-hour quest to break the Guinness World record for the longest unbeaten chess marathon. The event kicked off today, ...

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Chess Master Tunde Onakoya Begins 58-Hour Marathon In New York (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

Renowned chess player Tunde Onakoya has embarked on a mission to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon.

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Nigeria's Tunde Onakoya Begins Attempt To Break Guinness World ... (SaharaReporters.com)

A Nigerian, Tunde Onakoya, has begun an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon without losing a game.

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US Embassy, Osinbajo cheer Tunde Onakoya's attempt to set chess ... (Guardian)

The US Embassy and former vice president, Yemi Osinbajo wish Tunde Onakoya well in his attempt to break the Guinness Book of World Records.

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Tunde Onakoya Wants to Break a Guinness World Record. But He's ... (Zikoko!)

It was from Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya. “I teach people how to drop weapons and pick up plastic,” he wrote. This wasn't the first ...

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Osinbajo congratulates Tunde Onakoya ahead of 58-hour chess ... (P.M. News)

Former Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, sends his wishes to Tunde Onakoya, as he attempts to break the 58-hour chess marathon record.

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Tunde Onakoya: Meet the Nigerian Grandmaster Targeting 58-Hour ... (Okay.ng)

Tunde Onakoya, a Nigerian chess master, is not just playing the game; he's making history. His goal? To break the Guinness World Record for the longest.

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Osinbajo backs chess master, Onakoya's 58-hour Guinness World ... (The Punch)

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has extended his best wishes to Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya, in his attempt to break.

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Guinness World Record: Meet 29-year-old, Nigerian chess master ... (NIGERIAN TRIBUNE)

Tunde Onakoya, a Nigerian, is attempting to break the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest chess marathon. He began the contest at 10 am on.

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Tunde Onakoya is Attempting a Record-Breaking 58-Hour Chess ... (OkayAfrica)

The Nigerian chess master and convener of Chess in Slums Africa, takes on one of his greatest challenges yet: attempting to break the Guinness world record for ...

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Guinness World Record: Atiku, Sanwo-Olu send message to ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

Former vice-president, Atiku Abubakar has joined millions of Nigerians in home and abroad to support renowned chess master, Tunde Onakoya, as he embarks.

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Guinness World Record: 16 hours in, Nigerian Onakoya remains ... (The Punch)

Tunde Onakoya, who commenced his mission to surpass the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon for 58 hours, has played the game for 16 hours.

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TRENDING: Nigeria's record-chasing Chess master, Tunde ... (Premium Times)

The 58-hour marathon kicked off on 17 April at 10 am in the heart of New York City's Times Square and is scheduled to conclude on 19 April at 8 pm.

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A Nigerian Chess Master in Times Square (The New York Times)

Tunde Onakoya is trying to break a record for the longest chess marathon. And he's playing his games in the open air in Manhattan.

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5 key points to know about Tunde Onakoya's attempt to beat a chess ... (Pulse Nigeria)

Tunde Onakoya is set to break the Guinness World Record for the longest time spent playing chess. | Pulse Nigeria.

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Tunde Onakoya teams up with Shawn Martinez in chess marathon ... (Businessday.ng)

Tunde Onakoya, Nigerian chess master, and Shawn Martinez, his United States counterpart, are attempting to break the…

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Nigerian chess master, Onakoya, US counterpart, Martinez team up ... (The Punch)

Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya and his United States counterpart, Shawn Martinez, are both attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the ...

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Man trying to break record chess record from folding table in Times ... (FOX 5 NY)

Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya is trying to break the world record for the longest continuous chess marathon in Times Square.

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Tunde Onakoya's world record attempt raises over $33000 in 24 hours (Businessday.ng)

Tunde Onakoya, a Nigerian chess master has exceeded 24 hours in his attempt to break the world record for the longest chess marathon...

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Tunde Onakoya: Nigerian attempts to break chess marathon record (BBC News)

The 29-year-old chess master hopes raise $1m for charity by playing for 58 consecutive hours.

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Sowore Visits Tunde Onakoya At Times Square To Support Nigerian ... (SaharaReporters.com)

Popular human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, on Thursday, paid a visit to Times Square in ...

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Guinness World Record: Davido drums support for Nigerian chess ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

Afrobeats singer Davido on Thursday showed up at Times Square in New York to support Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya, who is seeking to surpass the.

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58-hour Chess Marathon: Davido drums support for Tunde Onakoya ... (P.M. News)

By Taiwo Okanlawon. Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has come out to support Nigerian chess Master, Tunde Onakoya, who is seeking ...

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Sowore Visits Tunde Onakoya At Times Square | Independent ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

LAGOS – Popular human rights activist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, paid a visit to Times Square ...

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Onakoya refused to quit chess marathon despite health challenges ... (The Punch)

Gift of Chess has revealed that Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya, on Thursday, experienced intense vomiting and stomach pain during his ongoing marathon ...

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GWR: FG, Davido, Adekunle Gold, others drum support for Tunde ... (Internatinal Centre For Investigative Reporting)

The Federal Government has thrown its weight behind chess master Tunde Onakoya's bid to surpass the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon ...

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Nigerian Chess Master, Tunde Onakoya Hits 43 Hours, 15 Hours ... (SaharaReporters.com)

Nigeria's Tunde Onakoya, who is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon without losing a game, has reached 43 hours out ...

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Tunde Onakoya Braves Stomach Upset To Continue Record ... (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

A photo posted by Gift of Chess, an NGO, revealed that Onakoya experienced intense vomiting and stomach pain during his ongoing marathon but refused to quit ...

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A Nigerian chess champion is trying to break the world record for the ... (The Associated Press)

Tunde Onakoya, 29, hopes to raise $1 million for children's education across Africa. He is playing against Shawn Martinez, an American chess champion, in line ...

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