Renowned chess master Tunde Onakoya has been named the latest global ambassador for Nord Notion, a prominent Made in Nigeria automobile company.
This exciting announcement follows Onakoya’s recent endeavor to set a Guinness World Record in the UK.
Surprisingly, Tunde Onakoya was invited by Nord Notion’s CEO, Oluwatobi Ajayi, for a friendly chat and chess match.
The stakes were high as Ajayi, jokingly yet confidently, promised Onakoya a new SUV if he managed to win the game.
Onakoya, known for his strategic prowess on the chessboard, accepted the challenge and emerged victorious from a complex and intense match.
In celebration of his win and the new ambassadorial role, Onakoya was awarded a NORD A7 SUV, a model proudly built and assembled in Nigeria.
The chess champion shared his gratitude and excitement in a heartfelt post on X, formerly known as Twitter.
“Just before I traveled to America, I called my dad and gave him my only car. He had sold his taxi 13 years ago so I could pay for my WAEC and JAMB examination fees. The joy on his face brought tears – it was the least I could do for my parents who sacrificed everything so I could get an education,” Onakoya wrote.
He continued, “It wasn’t clear how I was going to get a new car without spending a fortune, but I had faith. Yesterday, I got a call from @OluwatobiAjayiJ, the CEO of @nordmotion, inviting me to his office for a chat and a chess match. During our conversation, he proposed an outrageous deal: if I could beat him, I could choose any car in their showroom for free. Knowing he was a strong chess player from our previous game analyses (although we had never played before), I accepted the challenge. After about an hour of intense play, I managed to win from a very complex position.”
Tunde Onakoya expressed his astonishment and joy over the new role and the SUV.
“This all still feels surreal, but I’m thrilled to announce that I am now a global brand ambassador for @nordmotion motors and the proud owner of a NORD A7 SUV built and assembled in Nigeria. Life really isn’t scripted, and I’m super grateful to be able to use my gift to inspire the world and affect lives positively. This has inadvertently brought a lot of goodness my way too and this love is one I’ll never take for granted,” he added.
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