About Young
Data Professionals
YDP Community started in 2019 as a simple support system, a safe space where data professionals could ask questions, share opportunities, and help each other navigate career challenges. What began as a small WhatsApp group has grown organically to 3,000+ members through word of mouth, genuine value, and referrals.
Over the years, the community has become more than a group chat. It's where data professionals build real networks, access job opportunities through warm intros, and learn to navigate career challenges that no course or certification can teach. We exist to help you grow your data career, not just your technical skills.
Our Mission
To build a professional network where Nigerian data professionals support each other's career growth, share opportunities, and create pathways to leadership and wealth.
Our Vision
A self-sustaining ecosystem where Nigerian data professionals don't just find jobs, they build careers, hire each other, and create wealth.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do.
Careers Over Content
We prioritise career outcomes, not content consumption.
Real Over Hype
Honest conversations about the market, not LinkedIn motivational posts.
Network Effect
We succeed when our members succeed and lift each other up.
Long Game
Building careers and wealth compounds over years, not weeks.
Meet The Leaders and Volunteers
Passionate data professionals dedicated to your success.
Opeyemi Fabiyi
Founder
Tosin Openiyi
Finance and Operations
David Effiong
Programs Lead
David Adejumo
DBT Meetup Organizer
Chinenye
Community Manager
Oluwagbemiga Abiodun
Events & Community Engagement Lead
Mayowa Awe
Community Manager
Success Stories
Hear from members whose careers have been positively impacted since joining the community
Tony Gabriel
“The mentorship program transformed my career. My mentor helped me transition from analyst to engineer in just 6 months.”
Senior Data Analyst at Datayl
Sarah Williams
“The mentorship program transformed my career. My mentor helped me transition from analyst to engineer in just 6 months.”
Data Engineer at Tech Corp
James Okafor
“The structured guidance and accountability helped me land my first ML role at a top fintech in Africa.”
ML Engineer at Flutterwave
Amara Eze
“Within 4 months of joining the mentorship program, I got promoted and doubled my salary. The network is priceless.”
Analytics Lead at Paystack
Our Impact
Growing together, achieving more.
50K
Active Members
100+
Mentorship Matches
95%
Satisfaction Rate
500+
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