Chidi doesn’t wear a suit. He doesn’t scream “trader.” But behind the WhatsApp chats and real estate listings is a man who turned crypto from side hustle to full-time gig. From being scammed out of everything, selling his belongings to repay debts, and losing his clients, to now running a thriving trading business—Chidi is proof that all you need is the right crypto platform to build generational wealth.
Good day to you, our Quidaxian of the month. It’s a big honour to speak with you today.
Chidi: I am honoured to be here today too. My name is Chidi Caff, a full-time crypto trader and real estate agent. Crypto is the full-time job, real estate is what I do to pay bills (laughs).
Haha, fair! So let’s rewind—how did crypto start for you?
Chidi: Ehn, I’ve been doing this for a while o. I officially say “five years ago,” but before then, I was already doing exchanges for my WhatsApp contacts. People would send me crypto, and I’d help them convert it. That’s how I started. I was that guy people on WhatsApp would message:
“Guy, I get $50 BTC, you fit help me sell?”
And just like that, I became the plug. No app. No KYC. Just trust, and late-night transfers.
Wait, you were running OTC trading on WhatsApp?
Chidi: (laughs) Exactly! I’d wake up to like 20 messages. Some people I didn’t even know, just referrals. I’d receive crypto, convert it, and pay them. Sometimes it was ₦5k. Sometimes ₦500k. I was like a one-man crypto bureau de change—with WhatsApp DP and status updates as my only office. Eventually, I created a broadcast list and started educating my customers. Some would ask, “Why does the rate change every hour?” I had to explain the basics of crypto markets. It became more than just buying and selling—it became a business.
Respect! But surely, it wasn’t all smooth sailing?
Chidi: At all. I got scammed badly on some unverified platforms. The guy ran away with my crypto after a trade. It put me in debt. I even had to sell some of my properties to pay people back. It was rough.That period humbled me.
Wow. That must’ve shaken your trust in the whole crypto thing.
Chidi: It did. But I didn’t give up. I just knew I had to find a platform I could trust. That’s how I found Quidax and changed the way I traded.
That’s huge. So now, crypto is full-time?
Chidi: Yup. I trade every day. Day trading is my thing. I use Quidax constantly—buy, sell, and do instant swap.
Love it. What coins are your top 5?
Chidi: USDT is number one. Fast and easy. Then Bitcoin, Litecoin, USDC, and BNB. I stick with the familiar ones for now.
No memecoins?
Chidi: Haha no, I leave that for the gamblers. I like my money steady.
Speaking of steady, what does your family think now?
Chidi: In the beginning? Confused. People didn’t understand. And then with all the scam stories? They thought I was into fraud! But I stayed focused. I knew I wanted to build something real. Now, they see the results. This is how I’m breaking generational curses. Crypto is what’s helping me create a life I wasn’t born into.
That’s deep.
Chidi: It’s real. I’ve paid debts, I’ve made money, and I’ve helped others. I’ve brought in a lot of people—Nigeria and South Africa.
That’s community building right there. So when you’re not chart-watching, what’s your vibe?
Chidi: I watch movies, design on my laptop, and do some real estate work. But crypto is always open. Even when I’m off, I’m on.
That’s the trader’s life! Any tips for new folks entering the space?
Chidi: Use a credible platform. Don’t send crypto to random people from Telegram or WhatsApp. If someone calls you “boss” too quickly, be suspicious. And please—don’t trade out of greed. Learn first.
Words to live by. Thank you so much for sharing your story, Chidi.
Chidi: You’re welcome. And tell your readers—this is not a get-rich-quick thing. But if you’re consistent, you’ll build something real. I’m living proof.
Note: This interview has been lightly edited for clarity and flow.
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