Just In: Nigerian Chess Master Tunde Onakoya Keeps Pushing, Now At Over 58 Hours In World Record Marathon

• Tunde Onakoya breaks Guinness World Record for longest chess marathon, playing non-stop for over 58 hours in New York’s Times Square

• The 29-year-old Nigerian chess master dedicated his remarkable feat to empowering underprivileged African children through chess education

• Onakoya’s perseverance and passion for the game have inspired support from fellow Nigerians, celebrities, and politicians alike

Eko Hot Blog reports that in an extraordinary display of endurance and skill, Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya has shattered the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon and continues to push the boundaries.

Editor’s Pick:

• FG Begins New Expatriate Job Policy, Violators Risk N3m Fine
• Price Of Block In Nigeria As Cement Sells For Over N10,000
• Osimhen Misses Chance To Extend Scoring Streak As Napoli Secures Historic Victory Over Juventus.

At the time Eko Hot Blog was gathering information for this article, Onakoya had played non-stop for a staggering 58 hours and 23 minutes, surpassing the previous record of 56 hours, 9 minutes, and 37 seconds held by Norwegians Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad since 2018.

Onakoya’s record-breaking attempt, which began on April 17 in New York City’s iconic Times Square, has garnered widespread attention and support from fellow Nigerians, celebrities, and politicians alike.

The 29-year-old chess prodigy, who founded the Chess in Slums Africa initiative in 2018, has dedicated his extraordinary endeavor to the dreams of millions of children across Africa without access to education.

Further Reading:

• Military Welcomes Sunday Igboho’s Offer To Combat Insecurity In South-West
• Bella Shmurda Opens Up On The Side Effects Of Smoking Weed
• Oyo LG Election: APC Raises Alarm, Threatens To Withdraw Candidates Over BVAS Controversy

Despite the physical and mental demands of such a grueling challenge, Onakoya has remained resolute, fueled by his passion for chess and his commitment to empowering underprivileged youth through the game.

His unwavering determination has captured the hearts and imaginations of people around the world, inspiring support and admiration.

---

Advertise or Publish a Story on EkoHot Blog:

Kindly contact us at [email protected]. Breaking stories should be sent to the above email and substantiated with pictorial evidence.

Citizen journalists will receive a token as data incentive.

Call or Whatsapp: 0803 561 7233, 0703 414 5611