From Hacks to Hi-Fives: May Was a Month SuperteamNG Made Impact Nationwide

KEY METRICS

$817,905 Community GDP

$312,250 Grant Distributed

$290,707 Bounties Awarded

$161,977 Hackathon Prizes

$32,000 Jobs Awarded

$20,970 Contracts Awarded

31957 X Followers

7k Discord Users

2k Events Held

68.9k Event Attendees

15.2k IRL Event attendees

53.7k Virtual Event Attendees

206 Members

492 Contributors

In May, SuperteamNG proved that we are not just participants in a blockchain ecosystem — we are actively building it.

This month was a celebration of progress, collaboration, and tangible impact. Here's a comprehensive overview of the milestones we achieved across the country:

1. Builders Were In Action

May commenced with unwavering energy and intention. The Co-Hack Tour swept across seven states — Enugu, Edo, Kwara, Lagos, Borno, Adamawa, and Plateau, bringing together developers, designers, and product thinkers. These events were more than just hackathons. They sparked local innovation. Young builders turned their ideas into real solutions. It was a space where creativity grew and hard work was recognised.

In Imo and Akwa-Ibom, our Hacker Hostels provided builders with a place to stay and work for three days straight. These spaces turned into idea hubs, where people could rest, think, and build without distractions. The energy was focused, and each breakthrough brought us closer to something great.

Then came Abuja.

The Build Station gave the builders five full days to focus and complete their tasks. It wasn’t just a sprint; it helped them take off. People came with rough ideas and left with real, working projects. The energy was high, and the results were impressive.

→ Watch the highlights

Our Demo Days in Lagos and Abuja followed shortly after, giving builders a chance to showcase the solutions they’ve been working on. These events weren’t just about the products; they also celebrated the creative minds behind them. The demos challenged the usual way of doing things and pointed toward a better future.

But we didn’t stop there.

Demo Circuits: Because innovation doesn’t live in just one place; it’s everywhere. So we hit the road again with our Demo Circuits: five regional showcases across the country where builders shared what they’d built in front of real communities. It spotlighted local talent. These weren’t just presentations, they were declarations of innovation from builders ready to scale.

Altschool Breakout Hackathon - Products from Enugu, Abuja and Rivers came tops in the local side track :

1st – VerxioProtocol — The loyalty infrastructure powering real asset utility across every consumer app, built on Metaplex Core.

2nd – Nectar-Finance — This is a stablecoin savings tool made for everyday people.

3rd – TheJajaProject — This is Mythic Realms, a fun game where you battle with African myths and level up your heroes on Solana!

Juju Games went live with a playtest, inviting community members to experience the gameplay firsthand and share their feedback in real-time. The session provided a valuable opportunity to gather insights, spot bugs, and refine the gaming experience based on direct input from players.

→ Watch recap

Redacted Hackathon:

In May, Nigerians made waves in the ecosystem, winning 22 out of 38 tracks at the Redacted Hackathon — scooping over $20,000 in prizes.

From DeFi to Infra, SuperteamNG was all over the leaderboard. See the wins.

2. The Ecosystem Call is Back!

SuperteamNG's Ecosystem Calls returned with renewed strength, reaching 19 states, including: Bauchi, Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Gombe, Edo, Delta, Ebonyi, Anambra, Enugu, Kogi, Bayelsa, Ogun, Kwara, Kaduna, Ekiti, Abia, Lagos, Rivers, and Kano States. This wasn’t just engagement, it was a grassroot movement.

Weekly Job Spotlights kept Superteam talents busy and paid. Check out Superteam Talent.

Led by Gpee, our NYSC Activation in Ondo State introduced over 1,500 corps members to SuperteamNG’s Work-to-Earn model. From explaining in clear terms to highlighting real opportunities, it was a transformative experience for many attendees.

Udoka held a live coding session with JonasXchen; a Singapore-based Solana ecosystem contributor, active with SuperteamDAO and Metacamp. Together, they navigated bugs and shared clarity with emerging developers.

Streamlink got a new facelift and reached the 5K participant milestone. Proof that community calls can be cool.

→ Jump on Streamlink

3. Thursday Community Call Highlights

Each Thursday, we spotlight exceptional products making real progress:

Juju Games – A creative indie game studio telling African stories in a futuristic way.

Arch – Building tools to help local merchants receive stablecoin payments easily.

Jaja – A strategy game mixing exciting combat with African mythology, built on Solana. Players grow their characters over time, unlocking new skills and levelling up through every battle.

NectarFi – A user-friendly stablecoin savings tool designed to help everyday people grow and protect their money with ease and security.

We also welcomed a new batch of contributors into the fold — fresh minds, ready to build.

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Member Spotlight:

Donatus, the founder of Verxio Protocol has been selected for Balaji Srinivasan’s Network School (Ignition Season 3) in Singapore. This is a powerful testament to the opportunities that begin within the SuperteamNG community.

→ Watch the highlights

4. Product Drops, Upgrades & Integrations

We weren’t just talking about products. We were shipping it.

Airbillspay now rocks a new interface that accepts USD via Perena.

You can now pay electricity bills too

→ Try airbillspay

HeySolana is now integrated into both Paj Cash and Airbillspay.

→ Bonus: A user transacted in Ibibio, and a non-Nigerian used Kannada, an Indian based language.

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NectarFi went live and is already buzzing with interest.

→ Check it out

Jaja’s Playtest pulled in great feedback and even greater potential.

→ Jaja Playtest Recap

5. Events, Partnerships & Spotlights

Superteam Earn just crossed a huge milestone: 100,000 users.

We reached a major milestone with Superteam Earn, cementing our role in connecting talent with meaningful on-chain work.

SuperteamNG just launched the Animation Guild. Led by Damidx with OgunjobiDaniel as assistant, this guild provides a dedicated space for animators and creatives to connect, work together, and develop their skills in Web3 animation.

Bridging Chains, Building Africa – Stellar West African Conference

Our Co-lead, Harri, represented Solana at the 2025 Stellar West African Conference, joining a powerful panel discussion on cross-chain collaboration in Africa. Alongside leaders like iamcharis (Base), DivineVessel (Ethereum), chiidubem (Lisk), and DavidOgoegbunem (Stellar), they explored how different ecosystems can collaborate to propel the continent forward. This is a practical example of different chains with a common goal: building Africa’s blockchain future.

Bad_chain sponsored our Roast to Flame session at the SuperteamNG Design Jam.

The Founders Mixer in Enugu was more than just a networking event. It was filled with energy and purpose. Builders showed up ready to share bold ideas, connect with others, and start real collaborations right there on the spot. It wasn’t just about handshakes or casual chats; it marked the beginning of something greater. The event proved that Enugu’s builder spirit is strong, active, and ready for the future.

We partnered with Enugu Tech Fest, bringing Solana’s tech and community to the vibrant Enugu tech ecosystem.

→ Watch highlights

MeteroaAG’s IRL event reminded us that Nigeria is a viable market for crypto projects, particularly those based on Solana.

6. Upcoming Events

Crypto & DeFi Forum Holds June 11 in Lagos.

The Crypto & DeFi Forum, one of Nigeria’s largest digital asset gatherings, is set to take place on June 11, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event is expected to bring together over 1,000 participants, including investors, regulators, developers, technology providers, and everyday crypto users.

With a focus on policy, innovation, and opportunities in the fast-growing digital asset sector, the forum will host a series of panel sessions, networking opportunities, and exhibitions. It aims to foster dialogue among key players shaping the future of finance in Nigeria and beyond.

Harri Obi, co-lead of Superteam Nigeria, is among the featured speakers. He will be joining a lineup of industry leaders from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mastercard, Luno, Encryptus, etc, to share insights on building within the Web3 space.

Breakpoint 2025 Heads to Abu Dhabi

Solana’s flagship global event, Breakpoint, returns from December 11–13, 2025; this time in Abu Dhabi, right after Abu Dhabi Finance Week. The conference will bring together founders, builders, and institutions shaping the future of the internet. More details at solana.com/breakpoint.

7. Final Drop: Numbers Don't Lie

SuperteamNG members collectively generated a six-figure GDP in May alone.

This progress wasn’t coincidental, it was earned through collaboration, commitment, and consistency..

It’s not too late to join and be part of this momentum. All you need to do is get involved.

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