Gbadebo Rhodes Vivour, the Labour Party candidate in the 2023 Lagos state governorship election, recently commended Tunde Onakoya for breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. Onakoya's achievement, shared on his official social media handle, garnered praise from Vivour, who highlighted Onakoya's impact in inspiring hope and dreams among young Nigerians.
In a post acknowledging Onakoya's accomplishment, Vivour expressed pride not only in the remarkable feat itself but also in Onakoya's consistent ability to reignite hope and inspire millions of Nigerian youth to dream big. Vivour emphasized that because of Onakoya's achievement, even a desperate child living under a bridge in Oshodi, Lagos, can find validation in pursuing their dreams.
Vivour's message underscores the transformative power of individual achievements in uplifting communities and instilling hope among marginalized youth. The recognition of Onakoya's accomplishment reflects broader sentiments about the potential for personal achievements to inspire positive change and aspiration within society.