GIS Analyst · Geoscientist · Spatial Data Scientist

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Damilola Akanbi

Mapping the world. Decoding the earth.

I am a Geoscientist and GIS Analyst with experience in Mineral exploration, Agriculture, Public health, Disaster risk and Environmental mapping.While the field may vary,my approach remains consistent: utlizing spatial data, rigorous methods, and producing outputs that tansform complex problems into actionable decisions.

IAR&T · Obafemi Awolowo University
Ibadan, Nigeria
7.3775° N, 3.9470° E
6+ Domains of Practice
80+ LGAs Mapped
2 Manuscripts in Progress
8+ GIS & RS Tools

From the earth's crust
to public health corridors

I am a Geoscientist and GIS Analyst with an MTech in Geoinformation Technology (Distinction) from the Federal University of Technology Akure, in collaboration with African Regional Institute for Geospatial Information Science and Technology (AFRIGIST),and a BSc in Geology and Mineral Science (Second Class Upper) from Kwara State University.

Currently I as GIS Analyst at the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T), Obafemi Awolowo University, in this role I lead spatial data analysis for land and water resources management Program.

My expertise spans mineral prospectivity mapping, precision agriculture, spatial epidemiology, soil science, and cartography. I focus on delivering Rigorous, Reproducible, and Decision-ready spatial analysis and cartographic outputs that bridge the gap between complex data and policy action.

Position GIS Analyst, IAR&T – OAU
MTech Geoinformation Technology, FUTA / AFRIGIST (Distinction)
BSc Geology & Mineral Science, KWASU (2:1)
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Tools, techniques
& domains

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GIS & Cartography
Spatial Analysis
ArcGIS Pro ArcMap QGIS Moran's I Getis-Ord Gi* Spatial Statistics
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Remote Sensing
Image Analysis
Google Earth Engine PCI Geomatica ENVI ASTER Sentinel-1 SAR Crosta PCA
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Data Science
Statistical Modelling
R / RStudio SPSS Python Regression Analysis Spearman Rank
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Application Domains
Multidisciplinary GIS
Spatial Epidemiology Mineral Exploration Precision Agriculture Soil Mapping Public Health
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Geology
Geoscience Methods
Fuzzy AHP Aeromagnetic Analysis Hydrothermal Alteration Prospectivity Mapping
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Research & Writing
Academic Output
Peer-Reviewed Papers Technical Reports Manuscript Preparation

Selected projects

Geology · Remote Sensing

Orogenic Gold Mineralization — Moro Area, Kwara State

Integrated ASTER multispectral imagery, Sentinel-1 SAR, aeromagnetic and aero-radiometric data to characterize hydrothermal alteration zones, structural frameworks associated with gold mineralization in the Nigerian schist belt and creating a Mineral Potential Map

ENVI PCI Geomatica ArcGIS Pro R Fuzzy AHP
Precision Agriculture · Soil Science

Soil Nutrient & Suitability Mapping — Ikere, Oyo State

Multi-season spatial analysis of 11 soil parameters (N, P, K, pH, Organic Carbon, and more) to produce an integrated suitability assessment for crop cultivation planning at IAR&T.

ArcGIS Pro QGIS Soil Classification Spatial Interpolation
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Disaster Risk · Remote Sensing

Flood Extent & Vulnerability Mapping — Anambra West, Anambra State

Multi-temporal flood extent analysis using Sentinel-1 SAR (VH polarization) on Google Earth Engine for 2018, 2022, and 2024, capturing pre-flood and post-flood conditions for each year. Flood vulnerability zones were then mapped using AHP with nine conditioning factors: TWI, elevation, slope, drainage density, LULC, soil type, population density, distance to water bodies, and precipitation.

Google Earth Engine Sentinel-1 SAR ArcGIS Pro AHP SRTM DEM View Project →
Cartography · Topographic Mapping

Topographic Base Map — Idah-Igalamela, Kogi State

Production-grade topographic base map for Idah-Igalamela Local Government Area, Kogi State, commissioned by IAR&T. Includes full cartographic standards: contours, hydrography, settlements, and road networks.

ArcMap ArcGIS Pro DEM Analysis Cartographic Design
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Let's work together

Open to research collaborations, consultancy, and remote roles.