Datametrics Associates Limited has celebrated its 11th anniversary, marking over a decade of using research and data to shape policies, empower young people, and promote social development in Nigeria.
The company’s CEO and Technical Director, Dr. Feikemi Ipadeola, told reporters in Abuja on Friday that their work includes evaluating maternal, infant, and young child nutrition (MIYCN) projects.
Ipadeola explained that the organization has carried out evaluations that have influenced Nigeria’s national policies and programmes over the past 11 years.
She added that these efforts have guided partners in designing initiatives to fight child malnutrition in many states.
In public health, Datametrics has supported evaluations on COVID-19 vaccine access, malaria control, Lassa fever surveillance, and other infectious diseases.
The organization has also worked on programmes addressing gender-based violence and interventions in conflict-affected communities to protect women and children.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, the team visited Hope for Survival Orphanage Home in Gishiri, Abuja, where they donated food items for over 60 children and staff.
The donation included rice, beans, noodles, macaroni, tomato paste, vegetable oil, palm oil, custard, tea, Maggi, and soaps.
Ipadeola said the organization also gave writing materials and sanitary pads to Government Secondary School, Jabi, Abuja. Nearly 1,000 students benefited, including over 450 girls who received sanitary pads.
She encouraged students to connect their strengths and interests with career choices, especially in today’s technology-driven world shaped by artificial intelligence and innovation.
Since its founding in 2014, and full operations beginning in 2018, Datametrics has completed more than 40 large-scale evaluations and research projects.
Ipadeola has served as Principal Investigator, Technical Lead, and Consultant for several national and international organizations.
She said their findings have strengthened health systems, improved nutrition, and supported youth empowerment.
The organization’s research has also informed food security policies, maternal and child health programmes, and adolescent health initiatives.
Work in disease surveillance has helped states strengthen their public health responses, while studies on gender-based violence have improved protection for women and children in vulnerable communities.
“Datametrics is more than a research firm; it is a platform for change,” Ipadeola said. “We are committed to producing knowledge that uplifts communities and empowers the next generation.”
She called on stakeholders, policymakers, and the public to support data-driven initiatives and collaborate in nutrition, health, and youth empowerment projects across Nigeria and West Africa.
Ipadeola said Datametrics will continue showing how research combined with social responsibility can improve lives and contribute to national development.
“Our 11-year journey reflects homegrown excellence,” she said, “integrating impactful research with youth empowerment and community development.”
