Tunde Onakoya @Tunde_OD
It is possible to do great things from a small place. instagram.com/chessinslums?i… Lagos, Nigeria Joined December 2016-
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How it stated vs How it’s going… Until next time @Tunde_OD 🇺🇸🇳🇬❤️
Some of my favorite video frames from @Tunde_OD 's record breaking feat inspiring children across the globe. You can still join the fundraiser here: tiltify.com/+tunde-onakoya… @chessinslums @thegiftofchess
We made front page on New York’s biggest newspaper. I’ll always remember this city fondly for many reasons, but it’s time to go home now 🇳🇬 ❤️
Certified Area Boy 🇳🇬❤️
"The people that succeed the most at what they do are not the best" - Tunde Onakoya
Visualized the global search frenzy of @Tunde_OD's chess marathon.📊 Big & hearty congrats on the world record, Dreamer Boy! 🎉🏆 It is indeed POSSIBLE to do great things from a small place! 💯 Data: @GoogleTrends #ChessMarathonforChange @chessinslums @thegiftofchess @GWR
Big congrats to @Tunde_OD Just crushed the 60-hour nonstop chess record in Time Square!🎉🥳♟ #nonstopchess #chess
Congratulations @Tunde_OD Indeed it is possible to do great things from a small place❤️. You're an inspiration to us all! #ChessInSlumsAfrica #IECares
In New York City's Times Square, Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya played chess nonstop for 60 hours, apparently breaking the world record for continuous play of the game. He did it to raise $1 million for children's chess education across Africa.
It’s a vigil here in Oshodi Lagos, the boys are with you in spirit @Tunde_OD @localmankitchen @Mochievous
Congratulations to @Tunde_OD Tunde Onakoya for breaking the Guinness Book World Record chess playing marathon with the objective of raising money for children’s education across Africa! What a feat and what a laudable objective!
@Mochievous hosted a watch party in Lagos to support Tunde all the way in New York. We ate, danced and played chess ♟️ Thanks @nathyjegs for capturing these beautiful moments ❤️
One of the moments I captured when Tunde was digging it. Superhuman!
Catching up on social media now and I've constantly fought back tears. Love you guys very much. I'll do a proper post when I find the right words to express all of the emotions I feel right now. Let me delve into this Jollof rice for now. It's my first meal in almost 4 days. I…
How do you interpret this? Tunde's visa application for America was granted at the very last minute by their embassy in Lagos. They could easily have prevented history being made. Sadly I think it's a prejudice towards Nigerians. The country of Nigeria has a major part to play
Without Emmanuel’s effort, none of this would have been possible. Just spoke with him and I can confirm that he has been discharged from the hospital and getting the much needed rest. He stayed awake with us the entire 60hours. One of the greatest humans I know and I’m immensely…
Without Emmanuel’s effort, none of this would have been possible. Just spoke with him and I can confirm that he has been discharged from the hospital and getting the much needed rest. He stayed awake with us the entire 60hours. One of the greatest humans I know and I’m immensely…
Just got access to my social media accounts. Can’t believe we really did this against all odds. still feels like a lucid dream. Thank you everyone 🇳🇬 ❤️
April, 3 years ago, Tunde referenced an earlier tweet of mine and I kept this screenshot. Man has been all about the impact and I’m most happy to see it, because I know none of this is a fluke. Genuine, passionate love for humanity. I respect that.
April, 3 years ago, Tunde referenced an earlier tweet of mine and I kept this screenshot. Man has been all about the impact and I’m most happy to see it, because I know none of this is a fluke. Genuine, passionate love for humanity. I respect that. https://t.co/YQdRY6OvnS
Wow @NBCNews is reporting from New York Times Square, Where the "chess marathon for change" is on going... @Tunde_OD We are all rooting for you. 🙏💯 #GiftOfChess #ChessInTheSlum #ChessMarathonForChange
Wow @NBCNews is reporting from New York Times Square, Where the "chess marathon for change" is on going... @Tunde_OD We are all rooting for you. 🙏💯 #GiftOfChess #ChessInTheSlum #ChessMarathonForChange https://t.co/JeTKac0vtb
Thank you @Tunde_OD. You have inspired the world on what’s possible, what love looks like ❤️🇳🇬
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Certified Area Boy 🇳🇬❤️
Visualized the global search frenzy of @Tunde_OD's chess marathon.📊 Big & hearty congrats on the world record, Dreamer Boy! 🎉🏆 It is indeed POSSIBLE to do great things from a small place! 💯 Data: @GoogleTrends #ChessMarathonforChange @chessinslums @thegiftofchess @GWR
Big congrats to @Tunde_OD Just crushed the 60-hour nonstop chess record in Time Square!🎉🥳♟ #nonstopchess #chess
In New York City's Times Square, Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya played chess nonstop for 60 hours, apparently breaking the world record for continuous play of the game. He did it to raise $1 million for children's chess education across Africa.
Congratulations @Tunde_OD. I knew from day one when we met and spoke about both it that you are the next King of Chess ♟️. It all came through just as said. Congratulations 🍾🎉🎊🎈
Dear Shawn (@CoachShawnMar), there’s no world record without you. Together, for 60 hours, we showed the world what true collaboration means, trumping competition. We picked each other up during tough moments, both mentally and physically. And you did it with so much grace. This…
Truly amazing!!
Just got access to my social media accounts. Can’t believe we really did this against all odds. still feels like a lucid dream. Thank you everyone 🇳🇬 ❤️
@Tunde_OD We are in awe of you and grateful for your enormous spirit that brought the world together. Hope you got enough sleep!
It’s a vigil here in Oshodi Lagos, the boys are with you in spirit @Tunde_OD @localmankitchen @Mochievous
Congratulations to @Tunde_OD Tunde Onakoya for breaking the Guinness Book World Record chess playing marathon with the objective of raising money for children’s education across Africa! What a feat and what a laudable objective!
Catching up on social media now and I've constantly fought back tears. Love you guys very much. I'll do a proper post when I find the right words to express all of the emotions I feel right now. Let me delve into this Jollof rice for now. It's my first meal in almost 4 days. I…
@Mochievous hosted a watch party in Lagos to support Tunde all the way in New York. We ate, danced and played chess ♟️ Thanks @nathyjegs for capturing these beautiful moments ❤️
One of the moments I captured when Tunde was digging it. Superhuman!
How do you interpret this? Tunde's visa application for America was granted at the very last minute by their embassy in Lagos. They could easily have prevented history being made. Sadly I think it's a prejudice towards Nigerians. The country of Nigeria has a major part to play
April, 3 years ago, Tunde referenced an earlier tweet of mine and I kept this screenshot. Man has been all about the impact and I’m most happy to see it, because I know none of this is a fluke. Genuine, passionate love for humanity. I respect that.
Tunde Onakoya. The man who gives little children big caps to wear. Now the world sees them through your light. Homecoming soon 🇳🇬
“…. You have consistently exemplified one of life’s biggest ironies: that attaining a life of significance comes from serving the least significant among us…..” Prof 🤝 🔥 bars on @Tunde_OD 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
If you know anything about Rikers Island, you’ll understand why this is incredible. Thank you @thegiftofchess for your work here 💙
While in NYC, @Tunde_OD traveled to Rikers Island, to meet the participants of our 1st annual @thegiftofchess Island Chess Championship. We have donated 1K sets, turning Rikers into a chess club, transforming a place of despair into a place of purpose. tiltify.com/+tunde-onakoya…
Your uplifting story of the weekend Nigerian chess champ Tunde Onakoya set a world record by playing chess for 60 straight hours He's attempting to raise $1 million for children’s education across Africa
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