The father of Nigerian chess prodigy, Tunde Onakoya, has shared that he had reservations initially about his son pursuing chess as a passion. He reminisced about how, during Tunde's childhood, he would interrupt his chess sessions to emphasize the importance of education. In a recent interview with City Edge TV at Lagos airport, along with his wife and other well-wishers, the proud father opened up about his initial stance and expressed his admiration for his son's achievements. Reflecting on Tunde, he remarked, "To me, Babatunde Onakoya is a remarkable individual, with unwavering determination leading to success in all endeavors." He recounted, "When Tunde was a young boy engrossed in chess, I would often clear his playing area, prioritizing his academic pursuits. Little did I know th...