Chess in the slums, a game changer for urban pupils
“Growing up in Lagos, I’ve always been aware of the harsh realities and inequalities faced by children in informal communities like Makoko, where education often feels like a luxury rather than a right. As a spoken word poet and youth ambassador who has worked across underserved communities, I’ve seen firsthand how education transforms not just futures but identities.
That’s what drew me to the Chess in Slums story: it’s not just about a game, it’s about giving out-of-school children access to dignity, discovery and direction.”
