Lagos State Governor congratulates Tunde Onakoya for setting new 60-Hour world record
In breaking the world chess marathon record in Times Square, New York, renowned chess master Tunde Onakoya has received accolades from Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Sanwo-Olu took to his X account to commend Onakoya for his achievement and praised his journey from Lagos, Nigeria to global recognition, which he described as embodying the spirit of the city.
He emphasized that Onakoya's feat illustrates that greatness can emerge from humble beginnings and serves as inspiration for the city’s residents. The Governor's statement read, “Congratulations to chess master, Tunde Onakoya, on breaking the world chess marathon record in Times Square, New York. Your journey from Lagos, Nigeria to global recognition embodies the spirit of our great city.
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