On Saturday 30th August 2025, Bitcoin Dada organized its Wallet Workshop across Nigeria, Uganda, and Kenya, reinforcing its commitment to building a culture of Bitcoin education across Africa. The organization, known for creating spaces where women and communities can learn about Bitcoin in practical ways, has been steadily growing its impact.
In Nigeria, the session set the tone early with a warm and engaging opening. Precious (@bevely_n) welcomed participants, reminding everyone that learning doesn’t have to feel rigid or intimidating. The introductions that followed were more than formality; they gave people the chance to share their hobbies, creating an atmosphere where everyone felt comfortable speaking up and asking questions.
The heart of the workshop came when Lilian (@LilianNwamaife) took the floor. Her session went beyond definitions, showing participants the real-world use of Bitcoin wallets. She explained the differences between custodial and non-custodial wallets, walking through examples like Wallet of Satoshi, Muun, Phoenix, Bitnob, and Blink.
For many in the room, it wasn’t just about downloading an app, but understanding who controls the keys, how recovery works, and what level of responsibility each type of wallet requires. She also unpacked hot wallets versus cold wallets, as well as on/off-ramp services that bridge Bitcoin with local currencies.
One of the more memorable parts of her teaching came during the section on multi-sig wallets. Lilian used humor to drive home a serious point: security setups are only as strong as the trust between the people involved. Her story about multi-sig arrangements sparked laughter, but it also reminded the audience that Bitcoin is not just about technology; it’s about relationships and judgment. That blend of learning and storytelling gave the workshop a balance of seriousness and ease.
The closing session took the learning a step further with Grafton’s YouTube demonstration of a Trezor cold wallet setup. Cold wallets can often feel intimidating to new users, but seeing the process unfold live made it more approachable. To cap it off, attendees received tips of sats, a small but meaningful gesture that connected the learning with direct experience.
The Nigeria workshop also hosted special guests who are building in the Bitcoin space. Ayobami, Founder of Bitkwa Official (@thecoachayobami) & Tobechi Chukwuleta, Software Developer at BTC Pay Server (@TChileta), who shared insights from his journey and opportunities for Developers in the Bitcoin space.
Their presence highlighted the growing ecosystem in Nigeria, where wallets are not just tools for saving or transacting but also part of larger innovations around remittances, payments, and financial inclusion.
Workshops like this carry a weight that goes beyond the classroom. In Nigeria, where high inflation and limited access to traditional banking drive many to seek alternatives, a wallet is often the first step into Bitcoin.
But without education, wallets can also become points of risk; lost keys, scams, or poor practices can easily erase savings. By teaching participants how to choose, use, and secure their wallets, Bitcoin Dada isn’t just offering technical guidance; it’s giving people the confidence to take control of their money.
And by linking Nigeria’s efforts with those in Uganda and Kenya, Bitcoin Dada showed that a shared learning culture is growing across Africa. The story of Bitcoin here is being written not just in code or markets, but in classrooms, meetups, and workshops like this one.
📸 Photo Collage: Highlights from the Nigeria session
