Anthony Okon is a Research Associate for IPA Nigeria, supporting policy-relevant research projects focused on strengthening development outcomes. He has over eight years of experience leading and managing multi-country research, covering both quantitative and qualitative methods. He previously worked at the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa as a Research Fellow and Business Development Manager, where he led and contributed to donor-funded research and advisory projects, and actively participated in policy engagements with key stakeholders and grant-seeking initiatives. Anthony holds a BSc in Economics (First Class) and an MSc in Economics (Distinction) from Baze University, where he is currently pursuing a PhD in Economics.