Ogunsuyi Kehinde David
OpenLife Nigeria reports that the Africa Blockchain Festival (ABF) 2025, held at the Kigali Convention Centre, brought together some of Africa’s brightest minds in technology, creativity, and storytelling — and among the standout voices were Kehinde Ogunsuyi, M.I Abaga, Salem King, and Fisayo Fosudo, all sharing one message: Africa’s future is digital, and it belongs to creators who can adapt and innovate.
The Africa Blockchain Festival (ABF) is a continental platform created to connect innovators, creators, developers, investors, and policymakers in the blockchain ecosystem. It aims to accelerate blockchain adoption, foster collaboration, and empower Africans to build a sustainable digital economy.
Tech Meets Culture — A New Era of Storytelling and Innovation
The event, themed “Building Africa’s Digital Future through Blockchain and Innovation,” served as a powerful convergence between tech innovators and creative leaders — bridging the gap between blockchain, content creation, and the digital economy.
M.I Abaga, Africa’s hip-hop icon and founder of TASCK Agency, spoke passionately about how blockchain could empower artists to protect and monetize their creative works without relying on traditional industry gatekeepers.
“Technology is rewriting the rules of ownership and creativity,” M.I said. “Blockchain is giving African creators the power to be independent, to own their art, and to reach the world directly.”
Fisayo Fosudo, Nigeria’s leading tech content creator and YouTuber, emphasized the importance of education and storytelling in driving blockchain adoption.
“People trust stories more than systems,” he said. “Our role as digital storytellers is to simplify blockchain, make it human, and show Africans how it can improve their everyday lives.”
Kehinde David Ogunsuyi: The Voice of Cybersecurity and Awareness
At the heart of the event’s security conversations was Kehinde Ogunsuyi David, Co-founder of Trybeboost Digital Marketing Solution, and cyber security expert, who played a dual role as both a speaker and moderator. His session, “Digital Safety: Privacy, Scams & Deepfakes,” captured major attention as he educated participants on how scammers exploit giveaways, fake wallets, and P2P trading frauds across Africa’s crypto ecosystem.
“Africa is rising fast in blockchain adoption, but without awareness and safety, growth can turn into chaos,” Ogunsuyi noted. “We must prioritize security education to protect users and strengthen trust in Web3.”
His words resonated deeply with the audience, sparking meaningful conversations about responsibility, transparency, and cyber ethics within the blockchain space.
Salem King on Authentic Influence and Community Building
Salem King, one of Nigeria’s most influential digital storytellers, led a captivating session on digital culture and authentic influence in the Web3 era. He shared practical insights on how creators can leverage storytelling to build meaningful online communities that align with the values of decentralization, collaboration, and innovation.
“Web3 isn’t just about tech — it’s about people,” Salem said. “The future belongs to creators who lead with empathy and education.”
A Defining Moment for Africa’s Digital Transformation
The Africa Blockchain Festival 2025 wasn’t just a conference — it was a declaration that Africa is ready to lead the next digital revolution. The presence of M.I Abaga, Salem King, Fisayo Fosudo, and Kehinde Ogunsuyi symbolized the unity between technology, art, and storytelling, which are crucial pillars for driving blockchain adoption across the continent.
The event was proudly sponsored by Binance as Title Partner, alongside Bybit, MEXC, OKX, and Hyperbridge China, with official support from the Rwanda Ministry of ICT and Innovation.
Kehinde’s Reflections and the Road Ahead
Reflecting on the event, Kehinde Ogunsuyi described the Africa Blockchain Festival as “a new bridge between creativity and technology.”
“Seeing creators like M.I, Salem, and Fisayo join the blockchain conversation is a big win for Africa,” he said. “It shows that the future of tech isn’t just about code — it’s about community, culture, and communication.”
As the cameras flashed on the red carpet — capturing Kehinde, M.I, Salem, and Fisayo side-by-side — it became clear that ABF 2025 wasn’t just history in the making; it was the beginning of a digital renaissance powered by Africans, for Africa.
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