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Understanding the minds behind the decisions. The behaviour behind the outcomes.
Gbenga Oba is a Psychology Educator, Behavioural Analyst and Researcher whose work focuses on cognitive biases, personality disorders, crime and mental disorders, criminological psychology and the application of psychological principles to governance, law enforcement, public affairs, and everyday decision-making. With over 15 years of experience in field research and public engagement; his work makes psychology accessible, relevant, and actionable across Nigeria and beyond.
Recognition & Publications
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2026
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2026
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Assessment of Mental Disorder as a Predictor of Criminal Behaviours in Nigeria
NIU Journal of Humanities 6(2), 143-152
2021
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Examining the Impact of Rule of Law in Crime Prevention in Nigeria
NIU Journal of Humanities 6(3), 101-111
2021
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Personality Traits as Determinant of Institutional Misdemeanor Behaviour among Officer Cadets of Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna
NIU Journal of Social Sciences 7(3), 221-229
2021
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Appraisal of jungle justice on the incidences of crime in Nigeria
NIU Journal of Social Sciences 6(3), 135-145
2020
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Causes of radicalized and violent extremist behavior: A societal change theory
Sapientia Global Journal of Arts, Humanities, and Development Studies 3(3)
2020
Group
Initiative
High Impact Nexus Initiative
A faith-based, non-profit mentorship and leadership development organization.
Company
Ptora Global Service
Smart Agricultural and Agro-Allied coy
Company
Shamar Security Services Ltd
A Defence Tech, VIP, and Cybersecurity Consult.
Speaking & Keynotes
Gbenga brings research-backed insights on human behaviour, emotional intelligence, and leadership to stages and screens, helping audiences understand what's actually driving their decisions.
Coaching & Training
1-on-1 coaching and group training on emotional intelligence, cognitive bias, critical thinking, and leadership psychology. For individuals, teams, and organisations.
The disciplines that shape everything I do
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Cognitive Biases & Decision-Making
Understanding the mental shortcuts that shape every judgment
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Emotional Intelligence Development
The skill set behind self-awareness and effective leadership
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Behavioral Analysis
Reading patterns in how people think, communicate, and act
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