Professor Bosede Afolabi, the founder and visionary behind MRHRC. She is also the Board Chair. She is a Professor and Consultant of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos and Lagos University Teaching Hospital respectively. Her commitment to preserve every woman’s right to life before, during and after pregnancy is the foundation of MRHRC.
Board of Directors
DIRECTOR
Dr. Olajumoke Oladipo
Olajumoke Oladipo, MD is a board certified Clinical Pathologist at Penn. State. Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA. She is also a board Clinical Chemist.
DIRECTOR
Maryam Aliko Mohammed
Mrs Aliko-Mohammed is an accomplished professional with over 12 years in senior management positions, and leadership of over 200 employees.
DIRECTOR
Prof. Ngozi Orazulike
She is a Professor and Consultant of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the College of Medicine, University of Port-harcourt and University of Portharcourt Teaching Hospital respectively.
DIRECTOR
Temitayo Etomi
Ms Etomi is an award-winning strategist, lawyer and social entrepreneur. She founded the Redwire Group, a group of companies that combine data with creativity.
Associate Members
CLINICAL RESEARCH
Dr. Ochuwa Babah
Senior Lecturer at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, College of Medicine, University of Lagos and an Honorary Consultant at Lagos University Teaching Hospital.
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Dr. Aisha B. Kasali
Dr. Aisha B. Kasali is a Pediatrician and Global Health Professional with a background in healthcare strategy, digital health innovation and program management.
Research and Strategy Director
Dr. Onikepe Owolabi
Dr. Owolabi is a results-driven global health professional with extensive experience leading research, program design, and technical assistance across Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia, particularly in maternal and reproductive health.
Health systems Strengthening Research Lead
Dr Aduragbemi Banke- Thomas
Dr. Banke-Thomas is a physician and public health expert with over 15 years of experience spanning clinical practice, academia, and development program management, particularly in maternal, child, and adolescent health.
Public Health Research Lead
Prof. Mobolanle Balogun
Prof. Balogun is a Professor of public health at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, and consultant public health physician at Lagos University Teaching Hospital. She serves as Research Lead for Public Health at the Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective.
Associate
Ms Funke Iroko
Funke Iroko is a sustainable development strategist with a focus on innovative fundraising and blended finance. She is passionate about reimagining philanthropy to unlock scalable, long-term impact across health and development sectors.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Dr Ejemai Eboreime
Dr Ejemai is a physician and implementation scientist with over 10 years of experience conducting implementation and operational research in maternal and child health.
PROGRAMME LEAD
Dr Olawunmi Adaramoye
Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She utilises system change best practices in monitoring, evaluating, improving and ensuring the organisation's program and practice.
Other Associates
Co- Investigator, CAPREMAN
Prof Titilola Adeyemo
Professor of Haematology
MSc (Hemoglobinopathies), MBBS FMCPath
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
PhD (Implementation Science, in view), FMCOG, FWACS, MBChB
Dr Gbenga Olorunfemi
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist & Biostatistics and Research Methods Consultant
PhD (Biostatistics, Wits, in view), FWACOG, FWACS, FMCOG, MSc (Epid&Bio, Wits), MBBS
Teams Profiles
Executive Director
Dr Olajumoke Oke
Dr. Olajumoke Oke is a public health physician with a background in clinical practice in preventive care, health promotion, and community-based wellness interventions. She currently serves as the Executive Director at MRH Collective, where she provides strategic leadership to advance maternal and reproductive health outcomes.
Chief Operating Officer
Olufunmilola Owosho
Olufunmilola Owosho currently serves as COO, overseeing programs and operations at MRH Collective. She has a strong background in public health and sexual and reproductive health (SRH) programming, with extensive experience in program design, implementation, and stakeholder engagement.
Research Unit
Senior Program Manager (Research)
Dr Oluwatosin Laleye
Oluwatosin is a dynamic and results-oriented medical practitioner with over 13 years of comprehensive experience spanning clinical practice, health insurance management and public health. With a strong clinical and field operations foundation, she brings a strategic mindset to health-focused initiatives.
Senior Data Manager
Mr Olalekan Olagunju
Olagunju Olalekan is a skilled Demographer and Social Statistician with over 10 years of experience in managing large-scale health and social research projects in Nigeria. He currently serves as the Data Manager Lead at Maternal and Reproductive Health (MRH), where he oversees data collection, analysis, and reporting for key maternal and child health programs.
Research Project Coordinator
Uche Azubuike
Uche Azubuike is a Research Project Coordinator at the Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective (MRHC), where he oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of research projects on maternal, neonatal, and primary healthcare.
Junior Researcher
Damilola Busari
Damilola Busari is a Junior Researcher at MRH Collective, supporting data collection, analysis, and reporting across maternal and reproductive health projects. She is passionate about evidence-driven solutions to improve health outcomes for women and girls.
Project Manager, CAPREMAN
Temitope Oyinloye
Temitope Oyinloye is a public health professional and CAPREMAN Project Manager, leading strategic efforts to reduce maternal anaemia and improve perinatal outcomes in Nigeria through health system strengthening, research coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
Administrative officer, CAPREMAN
Priscilla Olukiran's
Priscilla Olukiran is the CAPREMAN Administrative Officer with a public health background providing administrative support, ensuring seamless coordination of meetings, documentation, procurement, and logistics.
Programs
Project Coordinator- MamaBase
Fehintoluwa Aluko
Fehintoluwa Aluko is a project coordinator and public health professional with experience in public health research and implementation of intervention programs.
Community Maternal Health Coordinator
Atinuke Adenekan
Mrs. Atinuke Adenekan is an experienced Community Maternal Health Coordinator at the Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective (MRHC). She leads the coordination of community-based antenatal clinics, organizes health outreaches, and delivers health education sessions to pregnant women.
Community Activities Officer
Tokunbo Oyedeji
Tokunbo supports the MamaBase and Iyaloju programs at MRH Collective, coordinating community outreaches and supervising field workers to ensure smooth implementation and community engagement.
Advocacy
Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement Manager
Dr Chiamaka Uwalaka
Chiamaka Uwalaka works as an Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement Manager, developing and implementing advocacy strategies to influence policy, raise awareness, and build support for MRH's mission and goals.
Accounts
Research Accounting Manager
Helen Asibor
Helen Asibor is a growth-driven professional with over 10 years of experience in research accounting management across various research projects in Nigeria. She currently serves as the Research Accounting Manager at Maternal and Reproductive Health (MRH), where she leads the oversight of grant and contract accounting, ensures compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations, analyzes complex financial data, and manages the research accounting team.
Account officer
Babatunde Oluwasegun
Professional Profile: A detail-oriented and analytical Account Officer with proven experience in managing financial records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in budgeting and reporting, with a strong commitment to accuracy and financial integrity.
PR and Social Media Manager
Oluwanifise Ajayi
Nifise is a communications and media graduate with a passion for impactful storytelling. She leads the development of content and execution of communication strategies that amplify our mission to reduce maternal mortality and improve maternal health outcomes in underserved communities.
IT &Admin Manager
Olufemi Otegbola
Olufemi Otegbola is an experienced IT and Administrative Manager with a strong background in systems management, organizational operations, and project coordination. He currently serves as the Head of IT & Admin at the Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective (MRH Collective)
