Mr Tinubu hailed Mr Onakoya for transforming the lives of children in slum communities through chess.
Mr Onakoya had some chess training sessions with the girls at the centre.
Mr Onakoya told the children that chess would not only sharpen their talents but would also take them to places like him.
The lawmaker hailed Mr Onakoya’s courage and determination, despite the adversities he faced growing up in Ikorodu
The President assured citizens that his administration remained committed to creating and expanding opportunities for the youth.
A charity group on Thursday said Mr Onakoya experienced intense vomiting and stomach pain.
