VOICED : Lagos chess project offers Nigerian slum children new move

The video explores the impact of chess in a Lagos club, where children learn the game's basics and life skills. Tuned Aiona Coia, a local success story, founded the Chess and Slums project to help disadvantaged children. The project teaches critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. Chess also offers educational opportunities, as seen in Jameo's story, where winning a tournament led to sponsorship for his education. The video highlights chess's historical significance and its transformative power in the slums of Lagos.

What is the primary focus of the club in Lagos?

• To offer music lessons to children

• To organize art workshops for children

• To provide a space for children to learn chess

• To teach children how to play football

Who is Tuned Aiona Coia?

• A local chess player who became a professional

• A famous musician from Lagos

• A successful football coach

• A renowned artist in Lagos

What is the main goal of the Chess and Slums project?

• To teach children how to play musical instruments

• To provide children with chess lessons and life skills

• To organize sports events for children

• To offer cooking classes to children

How has chess impacted Jameo's life?

• He became a famous artist

• He started a successful business

• He received sponsorship for his education

• He became a professional musician

What skills do children learn from playing chess according to the transcript?

• Cooking skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Artistic skills

• Musical skills