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
Ayoade
“YDP exposed me to how data professionals solve real business problems, gave me access to valuable career guidance, and connected me with people I continue to learn from today. The community is welcoming, collaborative, and provides opportunities for members to contribute, lead, and grow.”
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Aduragbemiga
“I secured a new role through a referral from within the community. What made this opportunity even more meaningful was the support I received during the process. At a time when I had lost much of my confidence, a senior professional within the community generously invested their time in coaching and mentoring me, helping me prepare and believe in my abilities again.”
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Tayo
“YDP Community has been truly instrumental in my growth. Beyond connecting me to the opportunity that led to my current role, the camaraderie and the shared commitment to helping everyone grow, improve, and succeed together have been genuinely inspiring.”
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Peace
“YDP members and programs have been very instrumental to my career growth, and I would love to help others just as YDP has helped me.”
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David
“I've been a member of Young Data Professionals for over 5 years, and this community has been an integral part of my data career. Through YDP, I've connected with data leaders, learned from industry experts, and shared knowledge with fellow practitioners including serving as dbt Meetup Lead and Programme Coordinator along the way, If you're looking to add value, gain value, and connect with top industry leaders in data and AI, this is where you need to be.”
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Our Impact
Growing together, achieving more.
50K
Active Members
100+
Mentorship Matches
95%
Satisfaction Rate
500+
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