Professor Rosemary Ogu is a distinguished figure in the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, serving as a professor at the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria, 
Consultant Obstetrician/Gynaecologist at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, and an associate Faculty at Ariadne Labs, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts.

Graduating with distinction (MB.BS) from the University of Benin in 1999, she pursued her residency training in Obstetrics & Gynaecology from 2003 to 2008. Her dedication and expertise earned her fellowships from both the West African College of Surgeons, & the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (FWACS, FMCOG) and an MSc in Reproductive Health from the World Bank Centre of Excellence in Reproductive Health Innovation (CERHI), University of Benin (MScRH).

A prominent advocate for Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights, Prof. Ogu has led research activities, sensitization campaigns, capacity building initiatives, and public talks on radio and television. She actively participates in implementation research for adolescent and women’s health and has authored over 80 publications in peer-reviewed journals/books.

Prof Ogu was Principal Investigator of the Ford Foundation funded Increasing access to Youth Friendly Services in hard-to-reach Areas of Rivers State, the World Diabetes Foundation Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Control Program in the Niger Delta Region & the British Council Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Program forthe prevention of gender based violence. The Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme (NSRP), with funding from the British Council, supported the establishment of virtual safe spaces in the form of observatories and a repository of information on Violence against Women and Girls in Rivers and 7 other states in Nigeria. 

Currently, Prof Ogu, serves as Faculty Board member of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria – the Apex Institution for the training of postgraduate medical Doctors and Dental Surgeons.

Beyond her academic pursuits, Professor Ogu holds the position of National President of the Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN) – the umbrella association of all qualified female medical and dental doctors in Nigeria. In this capacity, she leads a large association of women and has been a vocal advocate for the health, safety and well-being of healthcare professionals and Communities. 

Professor Ogu is also an active member of the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD), where she contributes to initiatives aimed at empowering women scientists and enhancing their roles in national development. Her involvement underscores her commitment to fostering scientific leadership andcapacity building among women in Nigeria. 

Through her extensive research, advocacy, and leadership roles, Professor Ogu exemplifies visionary qualities by addressing critical issues in healthcare and championing the advancement of women in science andmedicine. She is an asset as a member of the Coalition Steering Committee in the provision of guidance, recommendations, and vision for the Self-Care Trailblazer Group SCTG