Nigeria has quickly become a major player in the world of cryptocurrency, with bold innovators leading the charge across the continent. At the forefront of this revolution are four Nigerian founders who have built some of Africa’s most successful crypto exchanges. These pioneers are not only shaping the future of digital finance in Africa but are also proving that homegrown talent can compete on the global stage.
Ruth Iselema – Bitmama Ruth Iselema is a trailblazing entrepreneur and crypto advocate in Nigeria, known for her role as the founder and CEO of Bitmama, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange. Born on April 19, 1988, in Port Harcourt, she was inspired by her supportive family to pursue her entrepreneurial dreams, eventually studying Pharmacy at the University of Port Harcourt. Her journey into the crypto space began in 2015 when a friend in Japan introduced her to blockchain technology.
After a challenging early experience in trading, where she lost a significant sum to a scammer, Ruth was motivated to create a safer trading platform. She launched Bitmama in 2017, establishing it as a key player in the African crypto market, registered in Delaware with operational offices in Nigeria and Ghana. Under her leadership, Bitmama has raised $2.
5 million in funding, offering users access to over ten cryptocurrencies and various trading services. Ruth’s vision extends beyond business, she aims to empower women in the crypto space and is dedicated to leveraging blockchain t.