Tunde Onakoya, a chess master, has been gifted a brand-new Nord A9 SUV by Nord Motion, a Nigerian automaker, after winning a friendly chess match against the company’s CEO, Oluwatobi Ajayi.
Onakoya expressed his gratitude on social media, praising Ajayi as the “Elon of Africa” for his innovative approach.
The win also led to an extension of Onakoya’s ambassadorial contract with the brand for another year.
Onakoya described the Nord A9 SUV as “the most beautiful car” he’s ever owned, appreciating not just the gift but also the love and thought behind it.
He wrote on X: “Just got home to the most heartwarming surprise from my #nordmotion family—the stunning new Nord A9 SUV. Hands down, the most beautiful car I’ve ever owned, but even more beautiful is the love behind this incredible gift. Grateful beyond words.
“Of course, the only way to get the new car was by not losing this match.”
He added, “I call #OluwatobiAjayiJ the ‘Elon’ of Africa because while most people only know him for being one of the pioneers made in Nigeria, he’s also a great thinker and innovator.
“Proud to extend our partnership as Brand Ambassador for another year. Up Naija. A beauty to behold + made in Nigeria. Thank you #nordmotion for this incredible gift.”
