EVIDENCE. SYSTEMS. IMPACT.
An accomplished Development Science Specialist and CEO, recognised for driving evidence-based approaches, leading high-performing teams, and delivering measurable impact across governments, NGOs, and global institutions.
Samuel Ikani is an accomplished Development Science Specialist, evaluation expert, and RCT methodologist with a strong track record in international development, research, and policy advisory. He works across governments, NGOs, and global development organisations, designing monitoring and evaluation systems, conducting impact assessments, and providing strategic advisory to strengthen institutions and improve outcomes. His approach combines structured thinking, analytical rigor, academic framework and hands-on application then, implementation to ensure that programmes deliver measurable, evidence-driven results.
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Designing systems that track performance, measure outcomes, and improve programmes.
Applying rigorous methodologies including RCTs and mixed methods to assess what works and why.
Translating research and data into actionable strategies for governments and institutions.
Samuel has held senior leadership roles including Managing Partner / CEO of Insights & Strategy Consulting and Director of Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning (MERL) at Society for Family Health.
He has led and contributed to high-impact projects with organisations such as Plan International, IPAS Nigeria, Save the Children, and Heartland Alliance.
Vinakul Consulting
Purple Foundation
Girl Pro Africa
Evidence-driven insights, research, and policy analysis
Evaluation of integrated supervision systems under the World Bank IMPACT project.
Assessment of policy commitments and implementation outcomes.
Baseline insights informing maternal and child health interventions.
Engage with evidence-driven systems, policy design, and evaluation expertise.
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