‘It’s Not A Crime’ – Tunde Onakoya Breaks Silence On Why He Visited President Tinubu
Chess Master Tunde Onakoya, recently recognized by New York City for a Guinness World Record, addressed criticism he's received after meeting with Nigeria's President. In a statement, Onakoya clarified that being honored by his country's highest office isn't a crime or a political endorsement. He contrasted his situation with those accepting awards from nations accused of war crimes and emphasized Chess in Slums Africa's mission to use chess for cognitive development and education for underprivileged children, independent of government failings. He rejected the notion that the project is charity but a transformation for these children, he also highlighted the organization's partnerships with Lagos State and community support, not international grants. Onakoya maintained that his decade-long commitment to the cause speaks for itself, downplaying social media opinions and asserting his focus remains on serving the children's needs. He welcomed both praise and criticism, stating that his visits to people did not equate to his endorsement of them.
