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Bodiseowei Obudah

Bodiseowei Obudah

Abuja,Federal Capital Territory

Summary

I am a qualified financial professional with over nine years financial sector regulatory experience and solid data analysis and economic research skills. With my experience in both academia and industry, I have a proper understanding of the importance and urgency of KYC, Compliance, internal and external reporting. I am, therefore, poised to provide a balanced view on credit analysis, ensure effective collaboration with clients on an operational working level and other stakeholders and contribute significantly to the bottom-line of the institution.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Bank Examiner

Central Bank of Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria
10.2014 - Current
  • Analyze and monitor periodic returns of regulated and licensed financial institutions such as commercial banks, non-interest banks, merchant banks, credit bureaus and financial holding companies.
  • Appraise and assess the annual and semi-annual audited financial statements of banks and other financial institutions for publication.
  • Reviews the market and financial terms and conditions of foreign currency borrowing by commercial banks from developmental, multilateral and international financial institutions.
  • Generates comprehensive reports to advice Management and the Committee of Governors on the condition of the financial system from the micro-prudential perspective.
  • Monitors compliance with extant laws and regulations by regulated institutions.
  • Participate in the on-site supervision of banks and other financial institutions using the Risk-Based Supervision Methodology and deliver output of same in line with the Central Bank of Nigeria risk assessment process.
  • Co-ordination, quality assurance and issuance of risk-based supervision reports to banks and financial holding companies to ensure compliance with Supervisors’ recommendations.
  • Review and assess the risk assets of commercial banks, non-interest/Islamic banks and merchant banks and make appropriate regulatory prudential provisioning vis-a-vis IFRS impairments.
  • Review and assess the Internal Capital Adequacy of banks vis-a-vis the overall risk portfolio of the bank in line with the the adapted requirements of the Basel Accords.
  • Review the introduction of new products and product modifications.
  • Review of significant investment requests by supervised institutions
  • Lead the verification of (new) capital injections into the banking system to prevent margin loans and the injection of laundered funds.

Lecturer in Economics

Niger Delta University
Amassoma, Bayelsa State
11.2010 - 10.2014
  • Used interpersonal skills to build outstanding relationships with students, enhancing pastoral care offerings.
  • Created engaging, insightful practical and theoretical economics resources for improved student development.
  • Supervised students on various research projects, optimising university output within the area of economic research.
  • Administered examinations, assessed results and issued fair grades.
  • Provided additional tutoring and mentoring to students as needed.
  • Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.
  • Wrote scholarly articles, papers and books related to field of expertise.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures on diverse topics related to Economics and Finance.
  • Helped students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions.

Education

MIT - Data Science and Machine Learning program - Data Science

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA
11.2023 - 04.2024

Master of Science - Economics

University of Ibadan
Ibadan/Oyo State
01.2011 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Niger Delta University
Amassoma/Bayelsa State
11.2004 - 09.2008

Skills

  • Risk identification, assessment and mitigation
  • Data analytical skills using MS Excel and Python
  • Problem solving, decision making, planning and organisational skills
  • Statistical analysis
  • Cash Flow analysis
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Positive disposition with stakeholders
  • Good communication skills

Timeline

MIT - Data Science and Machine Learning program - Data Science

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
11.2023 - 04.2024

Bank Examiner

Central Bank of Nigeria
10.2014 - Current

Master of Science - Economics

University of Ibadan
01.2011 - 08.2012

Lecturer in Economics

Niger Delta University
11.2010 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Niger Delta University
11.2004 - 09.2008
Bodiseowei Obudah