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Cryptocurrency platform Luno and education provider AltSchool Africa will offer free crypto training to 15,000 Nigerians starting March 2026, aiming to close knowledge gaps in one of the world’s most active digital asset markets.
The partnership, unveiled on December 16, 2025, will roll out a free, structured learning programme beginning in March 2026, as both organisations seek to address widespread misinformation and strengthen responsible participation in Nigeria’s fast-expanding crypto economy.
The collaboration comes at a time when digital asset adoption in Nigeria continues to rise, with an estimated 33 percent of the population already engaging with cryptocurrencies.
At the centre of the Crypto education initiative is a beginner-focused course titled Demystifying Crypto for Africans.
The programme will be led by Web3 expert Abdulsamad Tiamiyu and tailored specifically to African use cases, rather than relying on global examples that may not reflect local economic realities.
The course is structured around practical learning, with five core modules intended to be completed within three to four weeks. Participants will gain hands-on experience using essential tools such as digital wallets and cryptocurrency exchanges, as well as research platforms including CoinGecko and Etherscan.
According to the organisers, this applied approach is meant to help learners understand not just how crypto works, but how it can be used responsibly for everyday financial needs.
The Crypto education initiative also incorporates flexible, self-paced learning. Participants will have access to video lessons, quizzes and case studies for up to one year, allowing learners to progress at their own pace.
Upon successful completion of final assessments, graduates will receive a professional certification issued by AltSchool Africa, adding a formal credential to skills that are often acquired informally.
Executives from both organisations have framed the programme as a long-term investment in Nigeria’s digital economy rather than a short-term marketing effort. Ayotunde Alabi, CEO of Luno Nigeria, said the initiative reflects the need for education to grow alongside adoption.
“As adoption accelerates, education must keep pace to ensure people are empowered, not exposed,” Alabi said.
He described the programme as a way to strengthen the integrity of the local crypto ecosystem by equipping users with the knowledge needed to assess risks and opportunities more clearly.
For Luno, the Crypto education initiative is positioned as part of a broader effort to support safer market participation at a time when regulators and financial authorities are paying closer attention to digital assets.
By focusing on literacy, the company argues that perceived financial risks can be transformed into informed economic opportunities.
Adewale Yusuf, co-founder and CEO of AltSchool Africa, echoed that view, emphasising the wider development implications.
“AltSchool is proud to work with a partner that believes in access, clarity, and education that creates measurable impact,” Yusuf said.
He added that providing Africans with practical digital skills is essential for meaningful participation in the global digital economy.
To manage delivery and maintain quality, the Crypto education initiative will be implemented in three phases throughout 2026. Each cohort will accommodate 5,000 learners, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 15,000 by the end of the year.
Applications for the first cohort will open between January and February 2026, with coursework beginning in March. The second cohort is scheduled to gain access in July 2026, followed by a third intake in November.
The phased approach, according to the organisers, allows for ongoing evaluation and refinement of the programme as demand and feedback evolve.
Eligibility is limited to Nigerian residents aged 18 and above. Applicants must hold a Luno account before enrolling through the AltSchool Africa portal, a requirement that aligns participation with practical exposure to regulated crypto services.
Scholarship decisions are expected to be communicated within one week of application, helping applicants plan their learning schedules in advance.
By combining large-scale access with structured oversight, the partners say the Crypto education initiative could serve as a model for similar programmes across Africa.
As governments and regulators grapple with how to balance innovation and consumer protection, initiatives like this may influence how education is integrated into broader digital asset policy discussions.
With Nigeria remaining one of the world’s most active crypto markets, the success or failure of the Crypto education initiative is likely to be closely watched by investors, educators and policymakers alike.
Supporters argue that if knowledge gaps are reduced, digital assets could play a more constructive role in remittances, savings, entrepreneurship and cross-border trade. Critics, however, will be looking for evidence that education alone can meaningfully reduce risk in a volatile market.
For now, the launch signals a coordinated attempt by private-sector actors to shape the future of crypto adoption through learning rather than speculation, placing education at the centre of Nigeria’s evolving digital finance story.
