Oracle Academy proudly participated in the first International Conference on Data-Driven Innovations and Applications (ICDIA), hosted by the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, on September 7, 2025. The objective of the conference was to foster discussions on data accessibility and inclusivity, particularly for underserved communities, under the theme ‘Data for All: Promoting Data Availability and Inclusivity for Underserved Populations’.
Jeffry Amachree, Master Principal Account Cloud Engineer – Database Platform, Oracle, delivered a presentation on behalf of Oracle Academy: ‘Transforming Complex Data into Action: The Power of Visualization in Driving Innovation.’
He shared insights with participants on the latest trends and solutions in data analytics. His session addressed a challenge that resonates worldwide: how business users, analysts, and IT teams struggle to extract actionable insights from complex, fragmented data sources. Despite the growing volume of information, many organizations still find it difficult to translate raw data into effective decisions, which is often due to limitations in traditional analysis tools and poor data governance.
During his talk, Jeffry emphasized the significant evolution in Oracle Analytics where visualization, AI, and machine learning are embedded throughout the platform to help users move from data chaos to clarity.
Jeffry cited research showing that generative AI-enhanced analytics can boost individual productivity by up to 40%, empowering business users to make smarter decisions faster and with more confidence. Oracle Analytics streamlines data preparation, adds contextual recommendations, and provides explanations for any metric or attribute, thereby helping professionals not just see data, but truly understand it.
An important highlight was the role of education in nurturing next-gen talent. By equipping students and academic institutions with state-of-the-art analytics tools and curricula, Oracle Academy is bridging the gap between academic theory and practical, future-ready data science skills.
Later in the conference, in recognition of Oracle Academy’s support and contributions to the conference, Prof. Collins Udanor, Head of Department, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Nigeria, presented a certificate of recognition on behalf of the ICDIA to Jeffry and Bekere Amassoma, Oracle Academy Program Manager, SSA, during a courtesy visit to the Oracle Lagos Office.
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