Dr. Samson Agboola, PhD
Dr. Samson Agboola serves as Senior Technical Advisor for Statistics and Data Analytics at Georgetown Global Health Nigeria. A statistician and public health expert, Dr. Agboola’s career is focused on utilizing data analytics to improve healthcare outcomes. He applies advanced statistical methodologies to address challenges in infectious diseases, maternal and child health, and non-communicable diseases. His work integrates predictive modeling, mathematical modeling, and machine learning to optimize health program effectiveness and support strategic decision-making. He has conducted significant research, amassing over 1,500 citations on Google Scholar and 1,107 citations on ResearchGate, making his contributions influential in both academic and public health contexts.
In addition to his public health work, Dr. Agboola mentors healthcare teams on data literacy and monitoring and evaluation frameworks, helping them interpret complex data for actionable health interventions. His widely cited publications focus on predictive modeling, infectious diseases, and chronic conditions.
Dr. Agboola holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from Ahmadu Bello University and is a member of the Professional Statistician Society of Nigeria (PSSNG) and the Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). His ongoing research explores innovative approaches to chronic disease management and the integration of digital health solutions in public health systems, continuing to drive advancements in data-driven healthcare solutions in Nigeria and beyond.