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Decentralized Nigeria Conference to ignite Africa’s Web3 revolution in Lagos

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Nigeria to host “Decentralized Nigeria” conference, a pivotal event aimed at galvanizing Africa’s entry into the Web3 era, fostering innovation, and promoting inclusive growth

At a critical juncture where the internet is undergoing a transformative shift towards decentralization, Nigeria is poised to take a leading role in Africa’s Web3 revolution.

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The “Decentralized Nigeria” conference, themed “Igniting Africa’s Web3 Revolution,” will take place at the prestigious Civic Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, marking a pivotal moment for the continent’s engagement with blockchain technology and decentralized applications.

This landmark event is the brainchild of Rume Ophi, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s Web3 space and Regional Operations Manager of lyfebloodDAO, and Nova Phoenix, a U.S.-based blockchain strategist and founder of lyfebloodDAO, a social media DAO venturing into the Web3 landscape. Their combined expertise and shared vision aim to forge a decentralized digital future for Africa.

The conference will serve as a crucial platform for global dialogue, connecting black international thought leaders with influential African voices to explore the vast potential of decentralized technologies.

This synergy will be amplified by the participation of diaspora experts with deep industry knowledge and financial resources, creating transformative partnerships within the Web3 ecosystem.

Decentralized Nigeria is not just another industry gathering. It is a defining moment for the continent—a clarion call to governments, entrepreneurs, investors, creators, and everyday citizens to participate in shaping Africa’s digital destiny,” says Rume Ophi, Regional Operations Manager of lyfebloodDAO and co-organizer of the conference.

“Decentralized Nigeria” will go beyond discussions, acting as an incubator for tangible action. Key stakeholders from policy, finance, education, technology, and civil society are expected to converge to forge collaborations, develop inclusive strategies, and identify sustainable pathways for integrating Web3 into Africa’s developmental framework.

The event will also attract investors and venture capitalists seeking to discover and fund the next wave of African Web3 startups.

A core focus of the conference is to cultivate a sense of ownership and community around Web3. By highlighting the potential of NFTs for African creators, decentralized finance for small businesses, DAOs for community governance, and blockchain-based wallets for financial inclusion, “Decentralized Nigeria” aims to empower individuals and communities across the continent.

The conference organizers emphasize the urgency for Africa to actively participate in shaping its digital future through policy reforms, infrastructure investment, digital literacy initiatives, and the development of local blockchain expertise.

The alternative, they warn, is to become a passive consumer in a digital paradigm defined elsewhere, perpetuating platform dependency and hindering inclusive growth.

“Decentralized Nigeria is an opportunity to spark this movement. It is a starting point for collective reimagining. It is a signal to the world that Africa is ready, willing, and able to build its own decentralized future.

From the heart of Lagos, a new narrative can emerge—one of innovation, inclusion, and independence,” states Nova Phoenix, co-organizer of the conference and founder of lyfebloodDAO.

The call to action is clear: stakeholders from all sectors are invited to engage, learn, build, and lead in this transformative era.

To be part of this historic conversation and help ignite Africa’s Web3 revolution, register today to attend Decentralized Nigeria at the Civic Centre, Lagos.

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WAKE UP! Art Exhibition Returns for a Second Act

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The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.


Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”

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