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About College Chess

Empowering Strategic Minds Across Nigeria

At College Chess Nigeria, we harness the intellectual power of chess to educate, inspire, and transform young minds. Our mission is to cultivate critical thinking, leadership, and academic excellence in students across Nigeria, with a special focus on underserved communities.

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Share your expertise and passion for chess to mentor the next generation of strategic thinkers and leaders in Nigeria.

Chess Education in Nigeria
5,000+
Students Empowered
120+
Schools Reached
76%
Skill Improvement
85%
Program Completion
Chess in Nigeria

Transforming Education Through Chess

College Chess Nigeria is a pioneering initiative dedicated to developing cognitive abilities and leadership skills through the strategic game of chess. We integrate chess into educational journeys to foster intellectual growth and personal development.

Our programs focus on underserved communities, providing structured chess training that develops critical life skills. The game becomes a powerful medium for cultivating hope, excellence, and social mobility.

We envision a Nigeria where chess is recognized as a fundamental educational tool, cultivating critical thinking that translates to academic excellence and real-world problem-solving.

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Strategic Goals for Nigeria's Future

Academic Excellence

Integrate chess into school curricula to enhance cognitive development and academic performance nationwide.

Community Development

Establish chess centers in 100 underserved communities by 2028 to create hubs for learning and mentorship.

Global Recognition

Develop Nigerian chess champions who compete and excel at international levels by 2030.

Strategic Milestones

2020

Founding Vision

College Chess Nigeria was established with a mission to transform education through chess, starting with our first program in Lagos.

2021

National Expansion

Expanded to 5 states, reaching over 1,000 students in underserved communities across Nigeria.

2022

University Partnerships

Formed strategic partnerships with 3 leading Nigerian universities to establish chess scholarship programs.

2023

International Recognition

Our first student team competed in the African Junior Chess Championship, winning 2 medals.

Strategic Minds Behind Our Mission

Team Lead

Ibrahim Amore

Founder & CEO

Team Lead

Raheem Ariyo

Director of Programs

Team Lead

Doyin oladejo

Cyber Security Expert

Team Lead

Samson ladipo

Buisness Analyst

Become Part of Nigeria's Chess Revolution

Join us in our mission to empower 1 million Nigerian students with critical thinking and leadership skills through chess by 2030.

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