Aisha Adebayo
@aishaadebayo
Ambitious economist focused on energy and financial research.
What I'm looking for
I am an ambitious and resourceful individual with a first-class degree in Economics, specializing in energy-financial economics. My academic journey has been marked by a fervent drive to achieve remarkable results, culminating in being the overall best-graduating student at Nile University of Nigeria. I am dedicated to conducting high-quality research within the energy and finance sectors, continually seeking opportunities to expand my expertise and stay abreast of the latest developments in energy economics.
My research experience includes quantitative studies on renewable energy financing and its impact on electricity access in Nigeria, as well as qualitative analyses of fuel subsidy removal effects on households. I have presented my findings at the Nigerian/International Association for Energy Economics Annual Conference, emphasizing the need for significant investments in renewable energy and carbon sequestration projects in Africa. I am eager to apply my skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions to the field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Analyst
Nile University of Nigeria
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)
Determined the impact of health expenditure on GDP using 15 West African states. Applied the Random Effect Model method for analysis.
Research Assistant
Nile University of Nigeria
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)
Ran a quantitative research on the effects of Renewable Energy Financing Mechanisms on Electricity Access in Nigeria. Employed the Autoregressive Distributive Lag Method to conduct the research.
Research Contributor
Nigerian/International Association for Energy Economics
May 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Submitted an abstract on assessing the global energy transition, balancing fossil fuel demand with renewable integration and energy mix strategy in Africa. Employed the ARIMA time series method and SPSS statistical software for analysis and forecasting.
Hostel Supervisor
Nile University of Nigeria
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Assisted in the management of day-to-day administration of respective halls of residence. Organized sports activities, competitions, reading retreats, and events to instill awareness against drug abuse.
Graduate Tutor
Nile University of Nigeria
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Tutored microeconomics and macroeconomics to graduate students. Provided academic support and guidance in complex economic theories.
Research Assistant
Nile University of Nigeria
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Performed qualitative research on the effects of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerian households using questionnaire responses and content analysis. Also conducted qualitative research on the public’s perception of Exchange Rate Unification using short surveys.
Chief Financial Officer-Assistant
Vento International Trading Limited
Jun 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Assisted in overseeing the financial activities of the company, including collection and arrangement of incoming invoices. Performed data entry of daily sales on the institution’s website.
Public Relations and Marketing Officer
Philomath University, Kuje, Abuja
May 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Managed clients’ online chat platform and provided updates for generated leads. Developed PR campaigns and media strategies, building positive relationships with stakeholders and the public.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Nile University of Nigeria
Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Curated relevant data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) for an undergraduate thesis on the impact of non-oil taxes on economic growth. Performed excellent EDA and applied the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) method using EViews statistical package.
Undergraduate Tutor
Nile University of Nigeria
Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 10 months)
Tutored mathematics and statistics to departmental and non-departmental colleagues and sub-level students. Volunteered as a mentor for undergraduates.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nile University of Nigeria
Master of Science, Economics
Grade: Distinction (4.81/5.0)
Activities and societies: Tutored microeconomics and macroeconomics to graduate students. Engaged in research on renewable energy financing and electricity access in Nigeria, and the impact of health expenditure on GDP in West Africa.
Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Economics, with a focus on advanced economic theories and quantitative methods. Relevant coursework includes Microeconomic Theory, Macroeconomic Theory, Quantitative Methods, Energy Economics, and International Economics. Maintaining a strong academic record towards achieving a distinction.
Nile University of Nigeria
Bachelor of Science, Economics
Grade: First class honors (4.99/5.0)
Activities and societies: Tutored mathematics and statistics to departmental and non-departmental colleagues and sub-level students. Volunteered as a mentor for undergraduates and served as Assistant Auditing Officer for the Nigerian Economics Students’ Association.
Achieved a first-class honors degree in Economics with a specialization in energy-financial economics, demonstrating a strong academic performance. Relevant coursework included Mathematics for Economists, Public Sector Economics, Financial Economics, and Game Theory. Completed an undergraduate thesis on the 'Impact of Non-Oil Taxes Revenue on the Economic Growth in Nigeria'.
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