Skit maker and actor Mr. Macaroni has showered praise on chess prodigy and humanitarian Tunde Onakoya.
He applauded his remarkable impact on disadvantaged communities through his initiative, Chess in Slums Africa.
Mr. Macaroni described Onakoya’s work as not only commendable but also “tremendously inspiring”.
He acknowledges the powerful role the chess advocate plays in rewriting the narratives of children from underserved areas.
In a heartfelt social media post, Mr. Macaroni reflected on the importance of individual contributions toward building a better Nigeria.
He stated that true national progress required a collective effort regardless of the form it takes.
Also, he highlighted Onakoya’s grassroots-driven empowerment approach as a shining example of how passion, purpose, and perseverance could yield national and global recognition.
His comments came shortly after Tunde Onakoya’s recent visit to President Bola Tinubu, during which the Guinness World Record holder presented his certificate for the longest chess marathon and gifted the President a specially crafted gold-plated Adire chess set.
The visit made headlines, as President Tinubu praised Onakoya’s accomplishments.
He described them as a reflection of the resilience, talent, and ingenuity of Nigerian youth.
Also, he expressed his interest in supporting and expanding the Chess in Slums Africa project on a national scale.
Mr. Macaroni, known for using his platform to champion social causes and youth empowerment, wrote: “The work Tunde Onakoya is doing is not just commendable, it is tremendously inspiring!!! At the end of the day, what we all want is a better country that we all can be proud of — and there are different ways to achieve that. We all must play our part.”
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His words resonated with many Nigerians who admire both Onakoya’s efforts and Mr. Macaroni’s consistency in advocating for a just and progressive society.