Ike Mokogwu
Ike Mokogwu is one of our lead chemists at ChampionX, specializing in chemical rock interactions, subsurface applications, and sustainable oilfield solutions. With over a decade of experience in the oil and gas industry, Ike is recognized for his expertise in scale management, produced water reinjection, and sand consolidation technologies.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, with a master's degree in petroleum and environmental process engineering, focusing on the geochemistry of coal. Ike began his career as a laboratory scientist, conducting tests for scale inhibitor squeeze applications, before progressing to a senior scientist role, where he developed industry recognised laboratory procedures and methodologies for scale squeeze treatments and subsurface chemical applications.
Ike is passionate about innovation and has played a key role in providing technical expertise and developing innovative solutions to industry challenges since joining ChampionX in 2022. As a Lead Chemist, he focuses on research and development initiatives centred on chemical-rock interactions. A significant part of his work involves anticipating industry challenges and proactively developing solutions to enhance efficiency and sustainability in oilfield operations.
At the core of Ike’s work is his passion for solving complex challenges. He thrives on developing innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency and sustainability. Whether tackling immediate technical issues or leading long-term research initiatives, his dedication to problem-solving makes him a key asset to ChampionX and the wider oil and gas industry.
Ike is actively involved in pioneering environmentally friendly solutions in oilfield chemistry and is an active member of ChampionX’s Sustainability Employee Resource Group (ERG) where he contributes to initiatives such as carbon accounting and emissions reduction strategies.
With a career rooted in technical excellence and a forward-thinking approach to sustainability, Ike continues to drive impactful innovations that enhance oilfield performance while reducing environmental footprints.
Ike will present his paper on developing an eco-friendly phosphate ester for sulphate scale control at the TEKNA Production Chemistry Symposium in Geilo on 27 March. Find out more here: Production Chemistry Symposium 2025 - 47675
