Well done Op, not many people want to do what you have done and thankfully you can have easier access to meet your governor because usually, officials are very difficult to find except for businessmen or those who can provide benefits to them.
My question is, will you act as the main party that will be hired by the governor to implement the proposal that you put forward? If yes, of course you are someone who is quite an expert in technology because your proposal is how to teach about Bitcoin technology.
Whatever it is, hopefully, it will be implemented soon and successful in its implementation later.
Topic: I took a proposal to my State Governor to accept Bitcoin Technology - page 5. (Read 1181 times)
September 14, 2023, 11:03:33 PM
September 14, 2023, 10:58:35 PM
A child in Secondary school is more than qualified to have some information about bitcoins. It can really help them to make decisions earlier. If the state has a young governor who understands the benefits that the knowledge of bitcoins and cryptocurrency will have on the children of the state will not delay in accepting this proposal to have it introduced to secondary school students. I really like it. When I joined this forum, I was inspired to make promotional stickers for bitcoin, it helped a lot of people, this your initiative and plan will help a lot more people and a good thing is that it is from an early age.
I don't know about that, I feel like bitcoin is a pretty specific topic and it's really unlikely that a child would be able to understand it even if we were careful about the terms that we are using for teaching them. Maybe basics in reading and reading comprehension first before putting them into something like this.It's an outstanding thing to do OP to be able to have a conversation with your governor about this topic, Nigeria is such an excellent country because iirc, it's been active in crypto space and the crypto users in there are steadily growing, I don't have the data to back it up though but a governor supporting bitcoin is a milestone for Nigeria since the influence is state wide.
September 14, 2023, 10:34:33 PM
You have exerted so much effort for this. You've done a truly great job!
You seem very ready. You seem to have a complete plan for this already, ahead of its possible approval. I can only hope that the governor will adopt your proposal and roll out a nice implementation approach. This will probably take time and certainly a considerable amount of budget. But we're all rooting for you and your proposal.
I'm wondering, however, why "entrepreneurship/trade subject"? Why not finance or economics subject? Or perhaps information technology subject?
You seem very ready. You seem to have a complete plan for this already, ahead of its possible approval. I can only hope that the governor will adopt your proposal and roll out a nice implementation approach. This will probably take time and certainly a considerable amount of budget. But we're all rooting for you and your proposal.
I'm wondering, however, why "entrepreneurship/trade subject"? Why not finance or economics subject? Or perhaps information technology subject?
September 14, 2023, 10:05:44 PM
It's really amazing! Indeed, if Bitcoin technology is included in the school curriculum at the secondary level, the future workforce will be able to understand the digital landscape in a better way. I really want to thank you for taking this initiative personally. I can understand what bureaucracy means and what it takes to reach there. At least your governor is trying to make things a little easier for you.
You are going to create an example. If you succeed, I am sure a lot of other people in this forum will be happy to take similar initiatives to educate the future world about the ever changing digital landscape. It's all about creating a foundation of good deeds, the rest follows!
You are going to create an example. If you succeed, I am sure a lot of other people in this forum will be happy to take similar initiatives to educate the future world about the ever changing digital landscape. It's all about creating a foundation of good deeds, the rest follows!
September 14, 2023, 09:57:00 PM
Why cover the face of the Governor if the information is already public knowledge and you’re still going cite the source where you got the photo from? I’m from Nigeria and I know how difficult it is as a constituent to meet with our representatives in government, much more a Governor of a state. It makes me wonder on what capacity did you visit the Governor? Are you also a politician or just a concerned citizen with a vision for the state. If it’s the later, I doubt your story because I know my country.
Not only in your country, in many countries and my country is similar, meeting politicians is not easy, especially with senior leadership positions in the government. Furthermore, proposing something new and applicable must be carefully considered and requires decisions from many parts of the government for approval. These are just proposed documents and I don't think they will be made public or collected until an official decision is made. If OP is a politician, he knows this cannot be made public without permission from his superiors. Unless your country's politics are not the same as my country's politics.
September 14, 2023, 09:06:40 PM
Amazing OP!
I couldn't believe that there's someone that will go this far and will even get the attention of your government and even youre state governor. It seems that everything is organized well and you're doing a good job on this one.
Honestly, it's not easy to have some talks and handshakes from these officials when you don't have the grit and you think of them as always busy bees.
Well done, really great job.
I couldn't believe that there's someone that will go this far and will even get the attention of your government and even youre state governor. It seems that everything is organized well and you're doing a good job on this one.
Honestly, it's not easy to have some talks and handshakes from these officials when you don't have the grit and you think of them as always busy bees.
Well done, really great job.
September 14, 2023, 08:00:48 PM
and also, not many crypto enthusiasts will do such initiative. so hopefully, there will be positive outcome on his endeavour. if he will keep up, but in case, the governor may not really push thru on this. at least, they have idea that someone in their country is already in this market.
One of the obvious reasons is that bureaucracy is a tedious process. In my country at least, unless you live near the capital it would be difficult to meet or propose initiatives to the government. Not to mention you still have to wait and if you're not lucky prepare to get disappointed because your representative doesn't have the time to meet you after months of waiting. Fortunately, internet and social media make it easier to raise issues and awareness without any of that. OP's effort might not yield any result, but his documentation could be useful if anyone will bring this issue to the public in the future. 
September 14, 2023, 06:38:22 PM
That's a great initiative made by the OP, it seems you're close to the state governor, right? 
That's very lucky.
As we know Bitcoin also has a negative outcome, your state government will need to carefully consider the risks associated with adopting and holding cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, it should be balanced on teaching not only the benefits.
Waiting for the result of your proposal, and please, update us here on whether it is successful or not.
It's encouraging other countries that still prohibit Bitcoin to wrong perception, it seems they need a good representative like OP.
That's great and good luck with your proposal.
That's very lucky.As we know Bitcoin also has a negative outcome, your state government will need to carefully consider the risks associated with adopting and holding cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, it should be balanced on teaching not only the benefits.
Waiting for the result of your proposal, and please, update us here on whether it is successful or not.
It's encouraging other countries that still prohibit Bitcoin to wrong perception, it seems they need a good representative like OP.
That's great and good luck with your proposal.
and also, not many crypto enthusiasts will do such initiative. so hopefully, there will be positive outcome on his endeavour. if he will keep up, but in case, the governor may not really push thru on this. at least, they have idea that someone in their country is already in this market. who knows, they will tap the OP to conduct some briefings or lecture on this matter. because a lot are still uninformed on this market.
September 14, 2023, 06:21:01 PM
That's a great initiative made by the OP, it seems you're close to the state governor, right? That's very lucky.
As we know Bitcoin also has a negative outcome, your state government will need to carefully consider the risks associated with adopting and holding cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, it should be balanced on teaching not only the benefits.
Waiting for the result of your proposal, and please, update us here on whether it is successful or not.
It's encouraging other countries that still prohibit Bitcoin to wrong perception, it seems they need a good representative like OP.
That's great and good luck with your proposal.
That's very lucky.As we know Bitcoin also has a negative outcome, your state government will need to carefully consider the risks associated with adopting and holding cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, it should be balanced on teaching not only the benefits.
Waiting for the result of your proposal, and please, update us here on whether it is successful or not.
It's encouraging other countries that still prohibit Bitcoin to wrong perception, it seems they need a good representative like OP.
That's great and good luck with your proposal.
September 14, 2023, 06:13:35 PM
I must say you are very lucky to have an easy access to your state representative I mean your governor, in Rivers state I don't think we have such privileges to have access to the government house talk less of book an appointment with the governor. Well there's no doubt that the way the northerners operate may not be same with the East so I am not surprised.
Then again, I don't think is something your governor should approved without the entire academic system of the country implementing it, meaning this order should come from federal government and if that happens all states can also add it their curriculum and that becomes automatically for secondary schools in our country to start teaching about bitcoin and it's related course to their own level at the main time.
Then again, I don't think is something your governor should approved without the entire academic system of the country implementing it, meaning this order should come from federal government and if that happens all states can also add it their curriculum and that becomes automatically for secondary schools in our country to start teaching about bitcoin and it's related course to their own level at the main time.
September 14, 2023, 06:09:38 PM
I’m from Nigeria and I know how difficult it is as a constituent to meet with our representatives in government, much more a Governor of a state. It makes me wonder on what capacity did you visit the Governor? Are you also a politician or just a concerned citizen with a vision for the state. If it’s the later, I doubt your story because I know my country.
What you had mentioned is none of your or our concern, the fact that the suggestion/proposed letter was forwarded and received by their office is already commendable. In fact it's great initiative of your people no matter how you look at it.About the suggestion, what is the particular matter to be discussed/learned on that subject/program? When you say bitcoin technology, does it mean the technology/programming behind? It's much complicated IMO if there is no basic programming subject teaching there.
Or the basics on how bitcoin works, transactions, the financial knowledge, etc? Because if you mean the financial part, better to have a financial literacy subject/program as well on that curriculum.
September 14, 2023, 05:45:28 PM
Why cover the face of the Governor if the information is already public knowledge and you’re still going cite the source where you got the photo from? I’m from Nigeria and I know how difficult it is as a constituent to meet with our representatives in government, much more a Governor of a state. It makes me wonder on what capacity did you visit the Governor? Are you also a politician or just a concerned citizen with a vision for the state. If it’s the later, I doubt your story because I know my country.
That's the least of your issues. I think this is legitimate, there's no reason why it shouldn't be after all. Regardless if he has a position in the government, it doesn't make it any less amazing that someone from their country took the initiative to introduce bitcoin and hopefully bring it to the public in a manner that sells it as a helpful aid especially as we transition towards a more digitalized work landscape. This positions Nigeria at the forefront of the change despite not being on the most advanced part of the world. I want to see more updates about this monumental move towards adoption and of course a better life for every Nigerians as we transition to web3.0
September 14, 2023, 05:29:07 PM
OP you have done well to have met with the governor of your state. I know what is obtainable and likewise what is involved meeting with the governor but however it is nice you achieved your goal. Taking bitcoin technology to the class room as part of the term curricular is very much impressive and commendable.
I believe there is no law against bitcoin in Nigeria so your proposals would definitely scale through as I see from the looks your governor looks friendly and listens to his people if not I do not think he would have demanded to have an audience with you. You can make good use of this opportunity to climb the lader up.
I believe there is no law against bitcoin in Nigeria so your proposals would definitely scale through as I see from the looks your governor looks friendly and listens to his people if not I do not think he would have demanded to have an audience with you. You can make good use of this opportunity to climb the lader up.
September 14, 2023, 05:05:28 PM
What I admire most is you using your position to hint on an initiative that is tried, tested and approved by even countries. Your state government should be proud of such courageous proposal to cater for the rising inflation and cost of living in the state.
If more follow up post on how it proceeds arises, please don't fail OP to share with us, so as to encourage us on our Bitcoin journey and campaigns.
If more follow up post on how it proceeds arises, please don't fail OP to share with us, so as to encourage us on our Bitcoin journey and campaigns.
September 14, 2023, 04:57:20 PM
@OP, You've done well. I like this proposal given the fact that it would go a long way to help young people in the north if it is implemented correctly and effectively.
North is one of the areas where people default to mainstream farming rather than technology or fintech. If done right, This proposal could produce more jobs i.e if beneficiaries from the initiative go on to start a firm or a business thar supports bitcoin/crypto and it creates opportunities for others, then it's a win-win.
More awareness for Bitcoin + Boundless opportunities for beneficiaries.
North is one of the areas where people default to mainstream farming rather than technology or fintech. If done right, This proposal could produce more jobs i.e if beneficiaries from the initiative go on to start a firm or a business thar supports bitcoin/crypto and it creates opportunities for others, then it's a win-win.
More awareness for Bitcoin + Boundless opportunities for beneficiaries.
September 14, 2023, 04:56:52 PM
Great initiative, mate. You did a very good job taking this bold step to approach the government of a state and propose such a great idea about teaching secondary school students Bitcoin technology. I hope the government implements it soon so that our brothers in secondary schools can learn about Bitcoin.
I lack smerits; I could have sent you some, but the only one I have can still show my appreciation for your quality time and engagement towards the development of Bitcoin technology in Niger State. Nigeria
The OP’s effort is to try his best and see if the government can look into the proposal he/she makes, and if the government implements it, it will be a very good one, and we will hope our younger ones, once in secondary school, benefit from it.
I lack smerits; I could have sent you some, but the only one I have can still show my appreciation for your quality time and engagement towards the development of Bitcoin technology in Niger State. Nigeria
Why cover the face of the Governor if the information is already public knowledge and you’re still going cite the source where you got the photo from? I’m from Nigeria and I know how difficult it is as a constituent to meet with our representatives in government, much more a Governor of a state. It makes me wonder on what capacity did you visit the Governor? Are you also a politician or just a concerned citizen with a vision for the state. If it’s the later, I doubt your story because I know my country.
People do make an effort to make things work in our country. Not only politicians have the chance to see the governors, but I think if you have a good proposal, you will also find your way to see the governor in order to get what you want.The OP’s effort is to try his best and see if the government can look into the proposal he/she makes, and if the government implements it, it will be a very good one, and we will hope our younger ones, once in secondary school, benefit from it.
September 14, 2023, 04:52:58 PM
Great initiative @OP, we need more people like you! Walking the talk of participating in Bitcoin adoption and promulgation. It is really a wise move to go to the leader of the city in order to implement Bitcoin learning to schools in your city. However, I wonder if the governor has the authority to implement changes in the education curriculum since in my country there is a designated office that is responsible for modifying the school curriculum.
September 14, 2023, 04:50:52 PM
There are many misconceptions about the northern part of Nigeria, it’s been stereotyped as a region where education isn’t valued as a priority but your post tells me otherwise. I’m glad to hear that the government was very open to your suggestions. I must commend you for making good use of your influence and connections to help spread awareness of bitcoin and cryptocurrency. It’s important that people get the right information to kickstart their bitcoin journey.
September 14, 2023, 04:43:59 PM
Good work mate, I hope your efforts yields fruit, but we are from the same country and we can both agree that the government are not the keen type to adopt things that would be beneficial for their citizens quick.
Here is some fact, you don't actually need the government to make moves although the steps maybe small but it would be productive, keep educating those who are interested about Bitcoin and the benefits it has to offer over the traditional financial system.
Here is some fact, you don't actually need the government to make moves although the steps maybe small but it would be productive, keep educating those who are interested about Bitcoin and the benefits it has to offer over the traditional financial system.
September 14, 2023, 04:42:04 PM
This is a great initiative OP, going as far as having personal meeting with your governor shows how good and important you take your people to have a knowledge of the evolving technology today that the world is developing into. You have truly contributed your quota to global bitcoin acceptance. I hope your government looks into this further and makes it a reality for his people. Nigeria is renowned for having a high level of interest in bitcoin and cryptocurrency amongst the African countries, this is a fantastic step, and I highly applaud your efforts.
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