The buzz around blockchain events is real, especially when they're happening in underrated spots like Ilorin, Nigeria. Recently, the Base Onchain Summer initiative made its way there, hosted by the enthusiastic @Shubomis_Empire and his team. If you're into crypto and web3, this thread recap is a goldmine of insights on building in the Base ecosystem. Let's break it down step by step.

Shubomi kicks off by highlighting Ilorin's untapped potential. He's been pushing hard to put the city on the map for blockchain activities, and this event seems like a big win in that direction. A huge shoutout goes to the Base team, including Jesse Pollak and others, for including West Africa in their onchain journey. Base, for those new to it, is an Ethereum Layer 2 network built by Coinbase, making transactions faster and cheaper while keeping things secure.

The event drew over 60 builders – that's people actively creating apps, tools, and projects on blockchain. It was live-streamed, but the on-site energy must have been electric. Shubomi started with an intro to Base for newcomers, then spotlighted projects like Zora (an NFT platform), Farcaster (a decentralized social network), and others like Base App, Cliza Systems, Saygm Tribe, and Creator DAO.

Next up, @luckywemo dove into mini apps – these are lightweight applications that run on platforms like Telegram or Farcaster, often for quick interactions in web3. He also touched on Talent Protocol, which helps creators monetize their skills through tokenized talent pools.

Then came the hands-on part with @DruxAMB leading a live coding session. They built and launched a mini app on Farcaster right there! He showcased "Around the World," a game similar to Candy Crush with a prize pool. If you're on Farcaster, it's worth checking out for some fun and potential rewards.

Cohost @basedkabeer wrapped up with more on creator tools, emphasizing how these can empower content makers in the ecosystem. Shubomi ended with a nod to @Sir_Damilare, pointing out that Ilorin's traction has been low because projects haven't invested enough locally. He bets that with proper support, the region could deliver 10x results compared to elsewhere.

Special thanks flew to attendees like @Kinguchee_e, @ILEMONA_BGI, and others, plus @IlorinHub for hosting. The thread includes some great snaps from the event, showing the vibrant community vibe.

While this event focused on building and education, it's all part of the broader meme and token ecosystem on Base. Platforms like Farcaster often host meme-driven communities, and mini apps can be gateways to viral token launches. If you're a meme token enthusiast, events like this are where the next big ideas spark.

For more on Base and onchain activities, check out the official Base website. And if you're in West Africa, keep an eye on @BasedWestAfrica for upcoming events. Let's see Ilorin rise in the web3 world – who's building next?