Steemit in Arewa
Arewa is a Hausa language term used in reference to the Northern Nigeria.
In population, Africa is the second biggest continent in the world Wikipedia. Nigeria is the largest in Africa according to World Atlas . Then in Nigeria, Arewa (The Northern Nigeria) has the largest population densityWikipedia.
With these brief statistics, I am trying to explain the bundle of opportunities and equally tons of problems within these places.
Arewa is filled with large population of youths and teenagers who are very less experienced and educated about Internet and the power of blockchain, cryptocurrencies and/or steemit.
I wasn't born here in the Northern Nigeria. I was born and raised in the South-western part of Nigeria. I grew up around innovations and technology. I moved to Bauchi State (Northern-East) 8 years ago and it was completely different for me.
Over the years, I've seen countless opportunities that can only be utilised by the people of the other segments of the country. Because of the high level of illiteracy and poor system of communication within these places, it's hard for the youths to participate in various projects, events, platforms, and tech forums within the continent.
War Ravaged...
The battle against terrorism, communal crises and conflicts in some parts of the Arewa is another factor that has limited the level of opportunities flowing into the region.
But...
Google, Facebook, Digital Ocean, WordPress, TedX and a number of tech giants are now utilising this opportunity to introduce their brands and their technologies to the Arewa. Through several projects, hackathons, competitions, forums, meet ups, DevOps etc, Arewa is growing!
The teeming population of vibrant young and talented individuals have started getting their hands on valuable skills. Many are now interested in Internet and technologies, and the numerous opportunities around these areas.
Steemit in Arewa
The Steem blockchain is a very unique and interesting one. Creating and giving everyone an opportunity to participate in the blockchain and equally build his/her dreams with steemit. Whether you are a writer or a teacher, a photographer or a graphix artist, a singer or a drummer, an artist or a student, a V-logger or a painter etc, steemit is a perfect place to start living your dreams. Creating a culture, a community or finding one on steemit is pretty much easier.
I have been on steemit.com for some months now and I'm super excited about the experience so far. I've been doing much work for communities and groups more than I've done solo.
So now, I've decided to reach more people in the Northern Nigeria to Preach Steem to the youths, the students, corporate guys and virtually everyone. I believe this project will greatly promote the steem platform to a very wider audience.
Global adoption of steem blockchain is possible! ~ Steemjet
The Concept
This campaign will be in form of a workshop with Q&A sessions whereby the participants can learn about Steemit and its functionalities, ask questions and resources. It's going to be a very interactive process. Not a pitch or marketing kind of thing but pure exchange of ideas.
The Plan
The plan is direct, transparent, and a big one. I hope I can get solid support from the community here. I knew of couple of great guys helping out in promoting Steem. Persons like 
Arewa (Northern Nigeria) is divided into 18 provinces:
Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Kano, Katsina, Plateau, Taraba, Niger, Adamawa, Kaduna, Sokoto, Gombe, Jigawa, Kebbi, Kogi, Nassarawa, Yobe, and Zamfara.
So, I'm planning to start with the students. They're the first individuals with the ready skills that'll benefit both the Steemit and Arewa. We're working on something titled "Arewa Steemit Campus Meet-ups". This will introduce the students to blockchain, cryptocurrencies, steemit and how steemit can propel their crafts and skills. This will run for 2-3 months and will take place at different campuses within the Arewa.
Then...
On successful completion of the Steem "Arewa Steemit Campus Meet-ups", we can then extend the campaign to other demographics or classes of people like the corporate workers and general public within the environment. But, a step a time they said.
The Budget
The budget is quite heavy for me to fully fund. I'll request for support both in funding, moral and/or in provision of any necessary materials that may aid the campaign.
I'm budgeting about 1000 steem to fully fund this and below is an abridged estimated cost of the campaigns.
| Head | Cost | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Renting of venues: | Approx. 200steem | ~ |
| Hotel Expenses: | 100 steem | (including feedings) |
| Printing of T-shirts | 70 steem | |
| Printing and distribution of materials | 50 steem | (pamphlets, billboards and PDF) |
| Purchase of mid-range laptops | 500 steem | to be given to dedicated candidates |
| Logistics and Others | 100 steem | to cover overhead expenses |
| Total | = 1020 steem |
Lastly
I will greatly appreciate the support from everyone in whatever capacity. Arewa is a grossly neglected and under privileged part of the country with heavily promising individuals that'll be positively affected by this initiative.
So, let's Preach the Steem!