Nigerian chess master breaks world record for charity

SOURCE npr.org
A Nigerian chess master attempts to break the world record for the longest continuous chess game in New York's Time Square to raise money for underprivileged children in Nigeria.

Key Points

  • Tunde Onakoya aims to play chess for 58 hours without stopping to break the world record
  • His charity, Chess in Slums Africa, provides education and opportunities for underprivileged children
  • Support for his work has grown within Nigeria and beyond

Pros

  • Raises awareness and funds for underprivileged children in Nigeria
  • Inspires and motivates young Nigerians and supporters worldwide

Cons

  • Physical and mental exhaustion from continuous chess playing