DR. OSCAR OSONWA-UWAKA KALU

PhD Candidate | LLB | FCIA | FIMC | CMC
Port Harcourt, NG.

About

High-caliber Management Consultant, Strategic Operations Architect, and EdTech Research Scholar with a multidisciplinary background spanning International Law, Financial Intelligence, and Educational Technology. Dr. Kalu excels in driving digital transformation across EdTech and Legal Support ecosystems, leveraging Python-driven data analysis, predictive modeling, and automated workflows to optimize organizational governance and bridge complex multi-jurisdictional compliance with cutting-edge technological infrastructure.

Work

Gateway DigiTech Hub Ltd / MODEL 3
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Director & CEO

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Summary

Currently leads Gateway DigiTech Hub Ltd / MODEL 3, driving strategic operations and EdTech innovation while ensuring robust data governance and sustainable regional development.

Highlights

Designed and implemented comprehensive data protection and privacy frameworks for the MODEL 3 ecosystem, achieving compliance with NDPR, GDPR, and ISO 27701 standards.

Developed JAMBwise CBT Tutor and Score-up 360 using Python and advanced analytics, delivering performance prediction and adaptive learning capabilities for over 50,000 users.

Pioneered the Ogbunigwe Engine, a strategic roadmap leveraging emerging technologies to foster sustainable regional development and innovation.

Orchestrated digital transformation initiatives, integrating advanced data analysis and automated workflows to optimize organizational governance and operational efficiency.

National Identity Management Commission (NIMC)
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Assistant Chief Identity Officer / Principal Manager

Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Managed critical national identity infrastructure and ensured data integrity for the National Identity Management Commission, upholding national data protection regulations.

Highlights

Managed high-volume data workflows within Nigeria's national identity infrastructure, ensuring efficient processing and secure management of sensitive citizen data.

Ensured data integrity and secure deployment of digital identity systems, achieving stringent compliance with national data protection regulations.

Implemented robust protocols for digital identity management, significantly contributing to the security and reliability of national identification processes.

Stanbic IBTC Bank
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Banker

Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Applied forensic accounting and investigative methods to financial management and regulatory compliance processes at Stanbic IBTC Bank.

Highlights

Applied forensic accounting and investigative methods to analyze complex financial transactions, identifying and mitigating potential risks.

Ensured rigorous adherence to financial regulatory compliance processes, safeguarding the institution against legal and financial penalties.

Contributed to enhanced fiscal integrity by implementing robust financial management practices and internal control measures.

Education

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Nigeria

PhD Candidate

Educational Technology

National Open University of Nigeria
Nigeria

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

International Law & Jurisprudence

National Open University of Nigeria
FTC Abuja, Abuja Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Master of Education (M.Ed)

Educational Technology

Imo State University
Nigeria

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Accounting

Usmanu Danfodiyo University
Nigeria

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

ICT Option

University of Port Harcourt
Nigeria

Diploma

Computer Studies

Awards

Federal Education Bursary Award Nigeria

Awarded By

Federal Education Bursary Award Nigeria

Awarded in 2024 to support PhD studies in Educational Technology at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education.

Languages

English

Skills

Management Consulting

Strategic Operations, Organizational Governance, Corporate Strategy, Process Optimization, Stakeholder Management.

Educational Technology (EdTech)

EdTech & CBT Architecture, Adaptive Learning, Digital Assessment, Learning Outcomes, Curriculum Development.

Data & Analytics

Python & Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Power BI, Data Workflows, Data Integrity.

Digital Transformation & IT

Digital Transformation, Technological Infrastructure, Automated Workflows, Emerging Technologies, ICT Option.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Data Protection & CyberLaw, NDPR, GDPR, ISO 27701, Multi-Jurisdictional Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, DPIA.

Financial Intelligence & Accounting

Forensic Accounting, Financial Management, Fiscal Integrity, Investigative Methods, Accounting.

Project Management

Agile Project Management, Strategic Roadmapping, Project Delivery, Program Development.

Legal & Policy

International Law, Jurisprudence, Policy Roadmapping, Legal Support, Data Protection Regulations.

Projects

PhD Research: Adaptive Learning Logic in CBT Systems

Summary

Developing a comprehensive framework for adaptive assessment in West African higher education, aimed at significantly improving learning outcomes and enhancing exam integrity.