ARCO Group PLC has congratulated Dr. Henrietta N. Ukwu, a US-based Nigerian professional, on her inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who, a prestigious biographical directory in the United States. The recognition, announced on January 9, 2026, acknowledges individuals with notable accomplishments and influence in their fields. Dr. Ukwu’s listing places her alongside global leaders in business, science, public service, and culture.
Dr. Ukwu’s career spans over three decades, with senior leadership positions in major pharmaceutical companies, including Otsuka Pharmaceuticals, PPD, Pfizer, and Merck. She currently serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Regulatory Officer at Novavax Inc., where she oversees strategic product development and registration, forging regulatory partnerships with global authorities such as the US Food and Drug Administration and the European Medicines Agency.
ARCO Group described Dr. Ukwu’s recognition as “timely and well-deserved,” highlighting her decades of professional excellence in global regulatory affairs and quality assurance. The company recalled her early recognition at the 2001 Nigerian Excellence in Science & Technology (NEST) Awards, which it organized in London. The award recognized outstanding Nigerians whose work had attained global standards of excellence in science and technology.
Dr. Ukwu’s inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who reflects her distinguished career as a physician, infectious diseases expert, and global regulatory leader. She has helped secure regulatory approvals for critical vaccines and therapies, including the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine and early breakthroughs such as the Varivax chickenpox vaccine and Crixivan HIV protease inhibitor.
ARCO’s commendation emphasized not only Dr. Ukwu’s accomplishments but also her enduring influence on global regulatory science and quality assurance. The company celebrated her “legacy of leadership, trust, and excellence” and expressed pride in her achievements as a Nigerian professional whose work continues to shape global systems. Dr. Ukwu’s recognition reinforces the significance of her contributions to public health, innovation, and international collaboration.
