The highly anticipated De-Fi Summer 2024 conference recently happened in Lagos. This landmark event, held from 23rd to June 27th, 2024, and it served as a captivating celebration of the vibrant decentralized finance (De-Fi) community in Nigeria and beyond.


The conference kicked off with an electrifying football tournament hosted at Riverbank School in
Victoria Island. Teams representing various De-Fi DOAs went head to head on the pitch, showing not
only their athletic prowess but also the camaraderie and teamwork that define this burgeoning
ecosystem. The tournament's competitive spirit was matched only by the enthusiastic support from the audience, who cheered on their favorite teams with unwavering enthusiasm.


Beyond the sporting festivities, the organizers made a concerted effort to give back to the local
community. The De-Fi Summer attendees visited the Living Foundation Orphanage, delivering essential supplies and engaging in heartwarming interactions with the children. This act of compassion and social responsibility underscored the core of the De-Fi movement, which strives to harness the power of decentralized technologies to drive positive change and empower underserved communities.


The conference sessions themselves were a veritable treasure trove of insights and thought-provoking discussions. Executive Guests such as Chuta Chiemezie, Adesola Oguntimehin, Ukeme Okuku, Frank Edoho, and Symply Tacha took to the stage, sharing their expertise on the future of decentralization, the transformative potential of Web3, and the crucial importance of fostering inclusivity and diversity within the tech industry. Attendees were captivated by the speakers visionary perspectives and eagerly absorbed the wealth of knowledge imparted.

As the week-long festivities drew to a close, the conference culminated in a lavish dinner party hosted at the prestigious Taj Restaurant. Sponsors, partners, KOLs, toasting to the event's resounding success and the bright future of the De-Fi ecosystem. In the midst of the celebratory atmosphere, I had the privilege of engaging in insightful conversations with industry innovators, forging new connections, and discussing the boundless potential that lies ahead.

The numbers paint a compelling picture of the conference's impact: over 18,000 participants engaged with the De-Fi Summer Point System, more than 2,000 attendees registered, and the event's social
media presence skyrocketed with a 2777% increase in Twitter followers. However, the true measure of
success lies in the transformative experiences, the forged connections, and the renewed sense of
purpose that permeated the De-Fi Summer 2024 event.

As we look ahead to De-Fi Summer 2025, the anticipation is palpable. The organizers have set a high
bar, and the community eagerly awaits the next iteration of this captivating celebration of innovation
and community. I encourage all our readers to stay tuned, follow us on X @nft__ng, subscribe to our
YouTube channel @nft__ng, and keep a close eye on nftng.io for the latest updates. The De-Fi journey is only just beginning, and the future holds boundless possibilities.