BitKwa & Trezor Academy Wrap Successful 3-Day Bitcoin Certification Program in Ilorin
In a major grassroots win for Bitcoin education in Nigeria, BitKwa, the Bitcoin-only non-profit driving adoption and circular economies in Kwara State, has successfully completed a 3-day hands-on Bitcoin Certification Program in Ilorin (January 29–31, 2026). Powered by
and led by local Bitcoin educator
- Why Bitcoin matters
- How Bitcoin works technically
- Self-custody and security best practices (including hardware wallets and safe storage)
- Practical usage for everyday adoption and career paths in the Bitcoin space
The intensive sessions ran daily (2pm–5pm), starting with curiosity-driven Day 1 intros, deepening into core mechanics and security on Day 2, and culminating in certification on Day 3.
Energy stayed high throughout, with participants describing it as “super educative & fun,” “impactful,” and “real Proof of Work.”Key highlights from the ground:
Day 1 kicked off with eager learners asking questions and building community foundations.
Day 2 focused on deeper understanding. Delving into Bitcoin mechanics, self-custody, and why education is the bedrock of adoption.
Day 3 delivered certifications, with many attendees now certified and motivated to educate others or pursue Bitcoin opportunities.
Participants shared pride in their new credentials, thanking BitKwa and Trezor Academy for strengthening Bitcoin awareness in Kwara State. One noted: “Now certified & ready to educate and grab opportunities in the Bitcoin space.”
This program aligns perfectly with BitKwa’s mission: building living circular economies in Ilorin and beyond where locals earn, save, spend, and thrive using Bitcoin. It builds on prior efforts like the BitKwa Bitcoin Diploma (which saw 300+ applicants from 14 African countries and 63 graduates in its first cohort) and merchant integrations (e.g., via SPEDN and btcmap listings for real sats-on-the-road spending at local businesses like haircuts and laundry).
With “more communities coming next,” BitKwa signals expansion plans to scale this model across Kwara and potentially wider Nigeria/Africa.