I started in telecoms, moved through banking, and spent the last decade inside one of Africa's largest energy and utility companies. Along the way I've written 7 books, produced award-winning films, and spoken on stages across three continents. What drives all of it is the same question — how do you make complex systems actually work for people?
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I hold a Professional Doctorate in Data Science and AI from the University of East London and Masters in Information Technology Management. I have spent over 18 years inside some of the most complex organisations on the continent starting in telecoms at Globacom, moving through banking at Sterling Bank, and spending the last decade as Head of Data Analytics at Ikeja Electric, one of Africa's largest power distribution companies.
I have built and deployed AI and analytics systems across businesses that measurably changed how decisions were made at the executive level. Not prototypes. Not dashboards that nobody uses. Operational frameworks that reduced losses, improved network performance, and gave leadership teams the confidence to act on data. I have done this across energy, banking, and telecoms — sectors where the stakes are high and the margin for error is thin.
I am the author of 7 books including the #2 International Bestseller The AI Alchemist, The Lamp, an award-winning film producer through Librascale Productions, and a keynote speaker who has addressed audiences at the Global Summit, IIBA Conference, Big Data Summit Canada, UNICAF, and ACM events across three continents. What connects all of it is a single conviction — that the gap between what organisations know and what they do with that knowledge is where the most important work happens.
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Scalable and ethical AI deployment, where innovation is balanced with governance, transparency, and risk awareness. KPI standardization, scorecards, and AI-enabled operational intelligence.
AI-powered solutions for the energy sector. Bringing cutting-edge analytics to redefine operational performance, reduce losses, and drive sustainable growth.
Award-winning producer and actor whose films address real human experiences. Founder of Librascale Productions, bridging storytelling with social impact.
Designing decision architectures that give leaders faster, clearer, and more reliable intelligence — turning data into decisive organizational action at every level.
End-to-end digital transformation strategy for complex organizations — integrating AI, data, and technology into operations, culture, and leadership systems.
I speak to executive, professional, and academic audiences on the practical deployment of AI and analytics in complex organizations — focused on real-world implementation, governance, and leadership decision-making.
I am available for conferences, executive briefings, webinars, university seminars, and industry panels. Speaking and panel enquiries are welcome.
I advise organizations on analytics strategy, AI deployment, governance frameworks, and executive decision systems — helping leadership teams move from fragmented reporting to integrated, outcome-driven analytics programs.
End-to-end analytics architecture aligned with executive goals, from data infrastructure to executive dashboards.
Moving AI from pilot to production. Building systems that integrate into how organizations operate and make decisions.
Standardized KPI frameworks, performance monitoring systems, and scorecards that drive accountability at every level.
Building trust in data — governance frameworks that ensure analytics are adopted, sustained, and acted upon.
Designing decision frameworks that give senior leaders faster, clearer, and more reliable operational intelligence.
Specialized AI and analytics for power, utility, and infrastructure organizations — loss reduction, grid intelligence, and operational forecasting.
Designing decision architectures that translate data and AI into clear, decisive action — giving senior leaders the confidence to move fast and move right.
End-to-end digital transformation for complex organizations — integrating AI, data, and technology into operations, culture, and leadership systems that last.
Dr. Okonkwo's session at the IIBA Conference was one of the most practically useful I have attended in years. He doesn't just talk about AI — he shows you exactly how to deploy it inside a real organisation and make it stick. Our team left with a clear roadmap.
I have read every book Dr. Okonkwo has published and The AI Alchemist remains the clearest, most actionable guide to AI transformation I have come across. It is the book I hand to every executive who tells me they don't know where to start with AI.
We brought Dr. Okonkwo in to keynote our Big Data Summit and the feedback from attendees was outstanding. He has an extraordinary gift for making complex data science concepts feel urgent and relevant to a senior leadership audience. Standing ovation — well deserved.
The analytics governance framework Dr. Okonkwo designed for our organisation transformed how we use data at board level. Within six months our executive team was making faster, more confident decisions. The ROI has been significant and measurable.
At the Global Summit Dr. Okonkwo delivered one of the most compelling talks on decision intelligence I have witnessed. He bridges the gap between what AI can do and what leaders actually need — and he does it with conviction, depth, and remarkable clarity.
Having Dr. Okonkwo present to our UNICAF community was a privilege. His work on ethical AI and digital transformation resonates deeply with our mission of accessible, future-ready education. Students and faculty alike were energised and inspired to act.
My writing explores the intersection of AI, analytics, governance, and leadership — translating complex ideas into practical guidance for organizations and individuals navigating the age of intelligent technology.
A monthly publication that cuts through the noise around Nigerian electricity. Independent analysis of the national grid, Lagos power, GenCo performance, and sector reform. Published twice every month under my personal byline.
Writing on AI deployment, decision intelligence, energy analytics, and digital transformation leadership. New articles published regularly.
Whether you're looking for an AI consultant, a keynote speaker, a film collaborator, or a visionary partner — I'd love to connect. Engagements are structured, strategic, and tailored to your context.
"Let's turn ideas into legacies and innovation into lasting change."— Dr. Sunny Okonkwo
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