Chiuba Standford Nwaosu is the marketing manager, Pharma OTx Portfolio, at Shalina Healthcare Nigeria. A seasoned and award-winning marketing professional, Nwaosu brings over 13 years of high-impact experience across the pharmaceutical and consumer goods sectors.
Renowned for his visionary leadership, strategic innovation, and keen understanding of market dynamics, Nwaosu has been instrumental in elevating brands, unlocking new growth opportunities, and driving sustainable business transformation.
An indigene of Abia State, Nwaosu began his academic journey at the University of Ibadan, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Physiology. He later earned a Master of Public Health from the University of Benin and is currently pursuing an MBA at the Rome Business School.
In addition, he holds industry-relevant certifications from Google Digital Skills for Africa and the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)—credentials that have further empowered him to thrive in today’s fast-evolving marketing landscape.
Nwaosu’s corporate trajectory is marked by a string of remarkable milestones and transformative brand interventions. At Shalina Healthcare, he has played a central role in the company’s meteoric rise from 24th position to one of the top 5 pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria within just three years—a feat that speaks volumes of his strategic foresight and execution.
Among his standout achievements is the rebranding of Shaltoux Lozenges, which he repositioned into the top eight pharmaceutical brands nationally. He also spearheaded the revitalisation of Ibucap, securing high-profile endorsements and positioning the brand for global impact. His contributions to the growth of Shal’Artem further solidified Shalina Healthcare’s reputation for therapeutic excellence and industry leadership.
In recognition of his exceptional impact and consistency, Nwaosu has received numerous prestigious accolades for marketing excellence, customer focus, and brand innovation. These include the Best Brand Manager Award (2020–2021), the Shalina Global Star Award (2021–2022), the Eppic Award for Persistence (2023–2024), and the Eppic Award for Customer Obsession (2024–2025)—among several others. These honours underscore not only his professional brilliance but also his unwavering dedication to performance excellence and stakeholder value.
Beyond his technical expertise, Nwaosu is a cross-culturally fluent leader who thrives in diverse team settings. His ability to engage with stakeholders across various markets has been pivotal in enhancing brand equity and fostering collaborative growth.
He is also a passionate mentor and a strong advocate for talent development, regularly inspiring younger professionals through his compelling story of resilience, discipline, and purposeful living. A devoted Christian, Nwaosu balances his dynamic career with a deep commitment to his faith, family, and community development.
