Obafemi M. Luther
Statistics Reform Specialist
Abuja, FCT
Summary
Dynamic Reform Specialist with a proven track record at the Ogun State Economic Transformation Program, enhancing data quality and governance. Expert in statistical analysis and project management, achieving a 30% improvement in data accuracy. Skilled in Python and data visualization, fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive impactful reforms.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Statistics Reform Specialist
OGSTEP (World Bank Supported)
Abeokuta, Ogun State
03.2024 - Current
- Led statistical reform initiatives to enhance data quality and governance across government agencies, resulting in a 30% improvement in data accuracy and usability across Ogun state administration.
- Project managed the design and implementation of data integration frameworks for 20 Local Government and 21+ ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), standardizing data collection and reporting processes. This led to the establishment of a Smart-Government which led to the interconnection of MDAs for seamless flow of administrative statistics.
- Led statistical reform initiatives to enhance data quality and governance across government agencies, resulting in a 30% improvement in data accuracy and usability across Ogun state administration.
- Project managed the development of Compendium and framework of statistics. Leading to the design and implementation of data integration frameworks for 20 Local Government and 21+ ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), standardizing data collection and reporting processes. This led to the establishment of a Smart-Government which led to the interconnection of MDAs for seamless flow of administrative statistics.
- Upgraded and strengthened the Ogun State Statistical Master Plan, modernizing the State Statistical System (SSS) to align with international best practices and the Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics.
- Constituted and inaugurated the Ogun State Consultative Committee on Statistics, fostering collaboration among stakeholders for improved data coordination and usage.
- Led capacity-building initiatives, training 30 Bureau staff members on SQL and Stata statistical software to enhance data processing and analytics skills.
- Managed the deployment of ICT infrastructure for implementing the System of Administrative Statistics (SAS), making Ogun State the first sub-national entity to achieve this milestone.
Special Assistant to the Statistician General
National Bureau of Statistics
Abuja, FCT
06.2013 - 02.2024
- Validated complex datasets from national surveys, including the National Commercial and Industrial Business Census (NCCIB), to support policy-making generating comprehensive publications on quarterly basis.
- Utilized Python and Power BI to analyze and visualize structured and unstructured data from aviation, telecommunications, and agriculture sectors, improving quarterly performance reporting.
- Writer and reviewer of Nigeria’s Medium-Term National Development Plan (2021-2025), influencing strategic reforms for a national planning strategy.
- Trained 300+ field data collectors on the use of Computer Aided Personnel Interviewer (CAPI) device for National Commercial and Industrial Business Census (NCCIB), enhancing data accuracy and reducing errors by 25%.
- Financial Management of the bureaus cash inflow and expenditures from the Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) in the office of the Statistician General
Senior Investment Officer
Tricorn Capital & Investment
Lagos, Lagos
02.2012 - 05.2012
- Facilitated a $20M capital-raising exercise for AIICO, leveraging financial modeling and market research.
- Improved budgeting accuracy by 59% through the development of advanced forecasting models.
- Analyzed financial statements and provided strategic recommendations, resulting in a 20% increase in client ROI.
- Advised on mergers and acquisitions, conducting valuation analyses that supported $10M+ in transactions.
Business Development Manager
1st Central Credit Bureau Ltd
03.2007 - 09.2010
- Designed and implemented 4+ revenue-generating strategies, contributing to $2M in new business opportunities.
- Conducted market research and analysis, identifying key investment themes and driving 15% market penetration for banking clients.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, achieving a 90% customer retention rate.
Operations Executive Officer
National Bank Nigeria
06.2005 - 11.2005
- Handling cash deposits, withdrawals, and cheque clearing.
- Processing fund transfers (intra-bank and inter-bank).
- Managing account opening, updates, and closure requests.
- Addressing customer inquiries and resolving transaction-related issues.
- Ensuring daily cash balancing and reconciliation of vault and teller transactions.
- Reporting discrepancies and investigating errors in transaction records.
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Wales, Cardiff
Wales 09.2009 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Ambrose Alli University
Ekpoma 04.2001 -
Skills
- Financial Analysis & Modeling: DCF, Comparable Companies, Budgeting, Forecasting
- Data Science & Analytics: Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Seaborn), SQL, Regression Techniques
- Statistical Reform: Data Standardization, Governance, Capacity Building
- Data Visualization: Power BI, Excel, Tableau
- Project Management: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Risk Management
- Business Strategy: Investment Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Market Research
Timeline
Statistics Reform Specialist
OGSTEP (World Bank Supported)
03.2024 - Current
Special Assistant to the Statistician General
National Bureau of Statistics
06.2013 - 02.2024
Senior Investment Officer
Tricorn Capital & Investment
02.2012 - 05.2012
MBA - Finance
University of Wales, Cardiff
09.2009 - 03.2011
Business Development Manager
1st Central Credit Bureau Ltd
03.2007 - 09.2010
Operations Executive Officer
National Bank Nigeria
06.2005 - 11.2005
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Ambrose Alli University
04.2001 -
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