
Emeka Fidelis, PhD
Director of Research
Emeka is iARAi’s Research Director, where he also leads the Life and Earth pillars. His expertise spans agribusiness, agricultural economics, and data modelling, with a focus on research that informs sustainable food systems, biodiversity, and development policy.
He holds a B.Agric.Tech in Agricultural Economics from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, an MSc in Agricultural Economics, and a PhD in Agricultural Economics from the University of Abuja, where his research explored agribusiness management strategies, risk, marketing channels, and stochastic fees.
A member of the Nigerian Association of Agricultural Economics (NAAE), he has contributed to advancing the field through journal publications, monitoring, and evaluation projects.
Featured Publications
Examining the potential of technology to strengthen healthcare delivery across rural African regions.
Comprehensive analysis of adaptation strategies for agricultural communities facing climate variability.
Featured Analysis
In collaboration with rural collectives in East Africa, iARAi supported a participatory mapping project on land justice.
A clear reflection of what we said, what we did, and how our work aligns with our thematic vision.
Examining the potential of technology to strengthen healthcare delivery across rural African regions.
A convening of African justice leaders, researchers, and frontline actors to co-create sustainable justice pathways for the continent.
Mapping entrepreneurial opportunities and barriers for young innovators in emerging African markets.
iARAi's spotlight series on resilient health systems kicks off with an open-access commentary on fiscal strategies for equitable care.
Comprehensive analysis of adaptation strategies for agricultural communities facing climate variability.
In collaboration with rural collectives in East Africa, iARAi supported a participatory mapping project on land justice.