About
Lecturer and Researcher in Computing Science
With a research footprint rooted in real-world constraints, Iniakpokeikiye Peter Thompson develops AI systems that excel under pressure; whether dealing with intermittent connectivity or sparse metadata. His end-to-end approach to computer science is best exemplified by his work in smartphone telematics: from engineering dedicated Android data-collection apps to building dual-component NLG engines that deliver understandable, culturally relevant feedback to drivers. Iniakpokeikiye’s expertise also extends to Semantic Web and Ontology Engineering, a foundation that informs his current focus on making complex data analytics accessible and actionable for end-users.
Current Focus
Currently focused on transitioning a validated smartphone-based telematics prototype into an institutionally adopted road safety tool for West Africa, featuring AI-driven driving feedback, alcohol detection, and hijack detection for fleet operations.
Positions
Honorary Research Fellow
University of Aberdeen, Computing Science
2026 — 2029
Contribute occasional guest lectures, research seminars, and student mentoring where useful, especially in AI, Natural Language Generation, persuasive computing, and the application of AI in low-resource environments. Work with Prof. Ehud Reiter and Dr. Dewei Yi to develop and strengthen a REF2029 impact case study arising from my PhD research on AI/NLG-enabled mobile applications for safer driving in Nigeria and related West African contexts.
Lecturer / Researcher
Niger Delta University, Department of Computer Science
2026 — PresentCurrent
Returned to Niger Delta University as a lecturer and researcher following completion of PhD at the University of Aberdeen.
Front End Android App Developer
University of Aberdeen, ASICA Project
2025 — 2025
Developed the frontend UI for the ASICA (Achieving Self-directed Integrated Cancer Aftercare) Android app.
PhD Researcher
University of Aberdeen, School of Natural and Computing Sciences
2021 — 2026
Doctoral research on AI-enabled smartphone telematics for driving behaviour change in Nigeria, under the supervision of Prof. Ehud Reiter and Dr. Dewei Yi. Funded by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund).
Demonstrator
University of Aberdeen, Department of Computer Science
2023 —
Assisted in lab practicals for Web Development and Principles of Software Engineering modules.
Software Development Consultant
WATGO Group
2020 — 2020
Contributed to the development of software solutions tailored for client needs.
Assistant Lecturer
Niger Delta University, Department of Computer Science
2019 —
Co-supervised undergraduate students, participated in graduate seminars, and taught courses in Python, Java, C++, and Computer Networking. Served as department examination/timetable officer.
Graduate Assistant
Niger Delta University, Department of Computer Science
2013 — 2019
Taught tutorial classes and served as the department examination/timetable officer.
Teacher
Bayelsa State Post Primary Schools Board
2013 — 2015
Set and marked examinations, provided constructive feedback and pastoral support to students.
ICT Teacher
Bayelsa State Basic Primary Schools Board
2012 — 2013
Taught ICT to pupils, conducted lab practical sessions, and managed the computer laboratory in Okolbiri.
Education
PhD in Computing Science in Computing Science
University of Aberdeen, School of Natural and Computing Sciences
MSc in Blockchain and Digital Currency (In-View : 3 Modules to finish) in Computer Science
University of Nicosia, Computer Science
MSc in Computer Science in Computer Science
University of Port Harcourt
Grade: Second Class Upper
BSc in Computer Science in Computer Science
Niger Delta University
Grade: Second Class Upper Division
Skills
AI / ML
Machine Learning (Decision Trees, Classifiers)(advanced)Natural Language Generation(advanced)Data-to-Text Systems(advanced)TensorFlow / Deep Learning(intermediate)
Data Engineering
Smartphone Sensor Data Capture(advanced)MySQL / Database Design(intermediate)Neo4j / Graph Databases(intermediate)
Emerging Technologies
Blockchain & Digital Currency(intermediate)
Knowledge Engineering
Ontology Engineering / Semantic Web(intermediate)SPARQL(intermediate)
Programming Languages
Python(advanced)Java (Object-Oriented)(intermediate)C++(intermediate)JavaScript(intermediate)
Research Methods
Research Design & Evaluation(advanced)
Soft Skills
Critical Thinking(advanced)Report Writing(advanced)
Software Engineering
Android / Kotlin Mobile Development(advanced)CSS / Bootstrap(intermediate)
Professional Memberships
- 2020 — Present
International Association of Engineers (IAENG)
Member
- Present
British Computer Society (BCS)
Member
- 2024 — Present
Transformative Transport Services Design Initiative
Member
- 2026 — Present
Australasian College of Road Safety
International Member
- 2022 — 2022
IEEE Vehicular Technology Society
Technical Program Committee Member, VTC2022-Fall
Awards & Certifications
- 2022
Statistics for PhD Research (Certification)
University of Aberdeen
Training in statistical methods for doctoral research.
- 2021
TETFund PhD Scholarship
Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Nigeria
Full doctoral scholarship funding PhD research at the University of Aberdeen on AI-enabled smartphone telematics for driving behaviour change.
- 2021
Introduction to TensorFlow for AI, ML and Deep Learning (Certification)
Coursera
Certification covering TensorFlow for artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning.
- 2019
Graph Databases (Neo4j Certification)
Neo4J Graph Academy
Introduction to Neo4j graph database technology.
- 2019
Leadership and Government Policies (Certificate)
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), Ghana
Training in leadership and government policy.
- 2016
NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship
Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Nigeria
Scholarship awarded by the Niger Delta Development Commission to fund the MSc in Blockchain and Digital Currency programme at the University of Nicosia.
Introduction to Digital Currency (Certification)
University of Nicosia
Certification in digital currency fundamentals.
Python for Everybody Specialization (Certification)
Coursera
Specialisation covering Python programming fundamentals.
Introduction to Generative AI for Software Engineering (Certification)
Coursera
Certification on generative AI applications in software engineering.
Generative AI for Everyone (Certification)
Coursera
Broad introduction to generative AI concepts.
Affiliations
- Current
Niger Delta University
Lecturer / Researcher
- Current
Honorary Research Fellow