Meet 14-yr-old Ekunke Odey Goodness crowned world amateur chess champion
How Goodness held on to the title Goodness’ victory came after a closely fought competition in which several Nigerian players remained within reach of the top position deep into the tournament.
Fourteen-year-old Ekunke Odey Goodness has etched his name into chess history after winning the inaugural FIDE World Amateur Rapid Chess Championship in Abuja.
The Abuja tournament also showcased the depth of Nigerian chess while providing an international platform for players from Nigeria, India and elsewhere to compete for the inaugural world title Vanguard
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