Kaduna Lightning Developer Bootcamp
About the Bootcamp
The Kaduna Lightning Developer Bootcamp brought together 45+ developers from across Kaduna, Nigeria for four days of immersive learning, collaboration, and hands-on development. Participants explored Bitcoin fundamentals, ran their first Lightning nodes, built simple applications, and connected with global mentors shaping the future of Bitcoin.
- Nexus Co-working space, Bida Road
- 9th-12th April 2025
45+
Developers Trained
30+
Hours
6
Projects
70%
Completion Rate
Bootcamp Participants
Meet the talented developers from our Bitcoin bootcamps
Jamilat Gambari
Developer
David Enabulele
Developer
Hadiza Hassan
Developer
Muhammad Sani
Developer
Abdulsamad Sadiq
Developer
Ayomide Adeniran
Developer
Emmanuel Edoh
Developer
Oyindamola Oladapo
Developer
Usman Umar Garba
Developer
Abdulsamad Nuradeen
Developer
Naim Hussain
Developer
Abraham Ujah
Developer
Akinshola Akinniyi
Developer
Ismail Ahmad Ismail
Developer
Iwuese Chiahemba
Developer
Mub Muhammad Aminu
Developer
Hassan Usman
Developer
Idris Ahmad
Developer
Yusuf Jika
Developer
Bashir Iliyasu
Developer
USMAN HARUNA
Developer
Abdulkareem Abdulbaqi
Developer
ishaq Ismail
Developer
Sani Rabo Idris
Developer
AHMAD RUFAI ABDULMALIK
Developer
Umar Isah
Developer
Emmanuel Ojo
Developer
Abdullahi Yunus
Developer
ISAAC AGBOOLA
Developer
Oluwatosin Mercy Ayodele
Front-End Developer Intern
I am a Bitcoin advocate, always ready to share the gospel of Bitcoin, a video editor who loves bringing ideas to life through visuals and while I am beginning my journey in JavaScript development, I am thriving to combine my creative skills with technology to craft impactful digital experiences and content that resonates.
Muhammad Hamza
Software engineer
Muhammad Hamza is a passionate AI Engineer and Full-Stack Developer with a strong focus on building impactful solutions at the intersection of technology, healthcare, and education. Currently serving as the Technical Lead at RAIN-INN (Robotics and AI Innovators Network, ABU), he leads student innovation and real-world AI initiatives. Hamza is the founder and developer behind Aidnox, an AI-powered diagnostic tool that uses multimodal large language models and TensorFlow Lite to detect diseases from symptoms and skin images even in offline, underserved environments. His work bridges cutting-edge AI with meaningful, locally relevant impact. With over 4 years of hands-on experience, Hamza has contributed to a range of AI and software projects, including EdifAI, an education productivity platform, and has completed the Google Agentic AI program, where he built and deployed an autonomous AI research agent. He actively participates in global hackathons, mentors tech communities, and explores the future of Web3, IoT, and AI integration. Driven by curiosity and guided by purpose, Hamza is committed to using AI to solve real-world problems, empower underserved communities, and push the boundaries of what’s possible with responsible technology.
Ebube Ebuka Onuora
Full Stack Blockchain...
I'm a passionate Full-Stack Blockchain Developer, AI Specialist, and Data Analyst with a background in finance and a growing focus on building tech-driven solutions that improve lives. With strong proficiency in React.js, Node.js, MongoDB, Rust, JavaScript and data visualization, I bring ideas to life through intuitive, scalable web applications.
Gideon Bature
Software Engineer
I am a Software Engineer with about two (2) years experience. I am also a corepc (under rust-bitcoin) contributor and also contributing to rust-payjoin. I work with Rust, TypeScript, JavaScript, NodeJs etc. I am also an Open-Source Contributor.
Muhammad Aliyu Shehu
Open Source contributor
As a software engineer, I’m dedicated to contributing to Bitcoin, the Lightning Network, and other freedom enabling technologies to address challenges in Africa and globally.
Holiday
Web3 Frontend Engineer
Web3 Frontend Engineer specializing in connecting smart contracts to user-friendly interfaces. Experienced with Reactjs, Typesvript, NextJs, Redux toolkit, and many more with hands on expertise in integrating EVM compatible and managing decentralized data. Web3Bridge Cohort X alumni, focusing on building scalable dApp structures and smooth on-chain experiences. Enthusiastic about real estate, community-led tech solutions, and improving blockchain user experiences
Ahmad Aliyu
Software Developer
I am a Software Developer with over 5 years of experience building mobile and web solutions
Projects
Innovative projects built by our bootcamp participants
Gallery
Watch our Bootcamp Documentary video
Beautiful Pictures and images from the Bootcamp














Sponsors
The great organizations made this bootcamp possible
Partner

Btrust supports open-source Bitcoin development and empowers builders across the Global South
Sponsors

African Bitcoiners is Bitcoin community helping to onboard new African users and guide them safely on their Bitcoin journey from earning sats to self custody.

Tether is the leading stablecoin provider, offering a bridge between traditional currencies and the digital economy through USDT.
Contributors

Mavapay makes it easy for African businesses and users to accept Bitcoin payments seamlessly using the Lightning Network.
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