This weekend, Lagos stands at the centre of Africa’s Web3 conversation. On July 5, 2025, the prestigious Civic Centre on Victoria Island will play host to the Decentralised Nigeria Web3 Conference,** a landmark gathering uniting blockchain pioneers, entrepreneurs, policy experts, and creatives under a shared goal: igniting a meaningful Web3 revolution in Africa.
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A Shared Vision, a Compelling Mission
The brainchild of Nova Phoenix, MD/CEO of Lyfeblood and seasoned blockchain advocate, and Rume Ophi, a respected Web3 strategist, this event represents more than just another industry meet-up. Nova Phoenix, flying in from the United States, describes his motivations plainly:
“My passion for Africa—the motherland—is one of the core inspirations for putting this together. We’re here to help grow the ecosystem and empower Nigerians with the knowledge, networks, and opportunities needed to lead Africa’s digital revolution.”
That philosophy resonates deeply with Rume Ophi, who highlights the conference’s real-world ambitions:
“We’re not just talking about technology for technology’s sake—we’re discussing how blockchain and Web3 innovations can solve real African problems, create genuine economic opportunities, and position our continent as a leader in the next phase of global digital evolution.”
Together, they’ve curated a forward‑thinking agenda under the theme “Igniting Africa’s Web3 Revolution”—a mission‑driven call to action that goes beyond hype to embrace inclusive, practical change.
Aligning With Institutional Support
What sets this conference apart is its unity of public, private, and entrepreneurial forces. Nigerian blockchain heavyweight Busha steps forward as a strategic sponsor. Olaoluwa Samuel‑Biyi, a Busha director, puts it aptly:
“Nigeria is leading Africa’s Web3 charge … But continued progress depends on education, infrastructure, and regulation. That’s why Busha is proud to support Decentralized Nigeria 2025.”
Similarly, cNGN and Blok AI have added momentum and expertise, endorsed by Chinonso Chijioke of Blok AI, who notes the organisation’s strong alignment with the event’s transformative aims.
Media partners, including Channels Television, Business Insider, CAB, and Techeconomy, will ensure that discussions originating here reach far beyond Lagos—echoing across Africa’s most influential tech hubs.
Practicality Over Speculation
Where many Web3 conferences lean toward investment hype or market-driven spectacle, Decentralised Nigeria Web3 Conference commits to grounded, functional dialogue. Attendees can expect structured panel sessions covering topics such as:
- Regulatory navigation: Finding the right policies to enable seamless adoption.
- Community-centric marketing: Building sustainable, trust‑driven ecosystems over transient buzz.
- Funding for growth: Emphasising long-term infrastructure and developer support instead of speculation.
- Real-world use cases: Looking at blockchain in agriculture, healthcare, education, voting, governance, and the arts.
Speakers will range from institutional leaders to builders on the front lines of innovation, each offering insights that reflect Nigeria’s unique context and needs.
A Speaker Line-up to Remember
Among the confirmed presenters:
- Hanu Fejiro, founder of Patricia Technologies.
- Chinedu Obidiegwu, Business Development Lead at Luno Nigeria.
- Senator Ihenyen (speaker and advocate for fintech regulation).
- Muhammad Abdullahi Yusuf, Web3 strategist affiliated with the 100 Million Foundation.
- Shamsuddeen Ibrahim, founder of The Orange Block (focused on blockchain ecosystems).
- Jerry Gwamna, blockchain security and DeFi specialist.
This assembly of dynamic speakers—both local and global—ensures a full spectrum of perspectives and honest, probing conversations about what’s possible, what works, and what doesn’t.
Beyond a Conference: A Catalyst
Nova Phoenix and Rume Ophi conceive this weekend as just the beginning. It’s intentionally designed to be a catalyst for ongoing collaboration and ecosystem growth.
Expect to see new DAOs (Decentralised Autonomous Organisations), fintech partnerships, educational programmes, local/global developer alliances, and policy initiatives emerge in the months following the conference. The ambition is clear: to develop a lasting momentum that will carry Nigeria—and the broader continent—into Web3 leadership through 2025 and beyond.
Nigerian Talent, Global Standards
Decentralised Nigeria Web3 Conference smartly blends international standards with local relevance. Founders and innovators from around the world will share lessons from developed markets while Nigerian developers, entrepreneurs, creatives, and regulators address homegrown opportunities and challenges. This cross‑fertilisation of ideas is crucial.
It positions Nigeria not just as a consumer of innovation but as a genuine contributor to global Web3 discourse, with products, protocols, and platforms built in Lagos being used around the world.
Addressing Real Concerns: Scams, Trust, Safety
Nigeria has seen its fair share of Web3 fraud—hype-driven promises gone wrong. This conference squarely addresses those concerns with panel discussions dedicated to:
- Recognising scams and red flags.
- Best practices in crypto safety and user protection.
- Designing Web3 projects with real security and utility.
By prioritising trust and transparency, the event aims to build a safer, more credible engagement model across the ecosystem.
Empowering the Youth
Young Nigerians, often cited as the real force behind the country’s Web3 wave, are front and centre. The conference is rich with beginner‑friendly workshops, creative hackathons, and practical sessions that speak directly to students, small business owners, artists, and app developers.
As Nova Phoenix points out: “This conference isn’t just for tech bros.. It’s for students, artists, small business owners, civil servants,” ensuring it’s accessible, relevant, and actionable for diverse backgrounds.
The goal: seed the next generation of Nigerian Web3 leaders, those who will build projects, influence policymaking, and carry Nigerian innovation across borders.
Logistics: When and Where
- Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025.
- Venue: Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
- Format: Full‑day, in-person. Limited seating—attendees are encouraged to register early.
Publicity has surged across social channels, with organisers sharing countdowns, speaker teasers, and registration updates.
Anticipating the Outcomes
By centring on education, regulation, real-world applications, and youth engagement, the conference is poised to:
- Clarify regulation: Bring together government, platforms, and developers to establish workable frameworks.
- Launch partnerships: Seed new Web3 initiatives, research labs, DAOs, and developer incubators.
- Boost investor interest: Highlight credible projects and attract capital to Nigerian Web3 startups.
- Empower individuals: Equip participants with knowledge, networks, and resources to take immediate action—launch a product, join a DAO, or begin grassroots community advocacy.
Why It Matters for Africa
Nigeria, with its population of over 200 million and booming youth culture, serves as Africa’s experimental Web3 ground. Success here sets a template for continental adoption, where financial inclusion, creative monetisation, governance, and enterprise innovation can thrive outside legacy systems.
Decentralised Nigeria Web3 Conference is more than an event: it’s a turning point. It represents Africa’s Web3 moment—a chance to secure digital autonomy, build scalable impact, and shift from passive adoption to active leadership in building the future.
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