Gbenga Onitilo is a seasoned commercial aviation leader and strategic growth expert with over 25 years of experience across aviation, travel technology, hospitality, and tourism infrastructure in Africa. He is widely respected for driving market expansion, commercial growth, and strategic innovation within the aviation and travel ecosystem.
He has held key leadership roles with airlines including Cabo Verde Airlines, Air Namibia, and Afriqiyah Airways, while also contributing to commercial strategy for carriers such as Air Peace, China Southern Airlines, Jet Airways, and Singapore Cargo.
Gbenga previously served as Vice President, B2B Business at Wakanow Group, where he led nationwide expansion and corporate travel growth across multiple markets. He also contributed to Nigeria’s Aviation Revenue Automation Project in collaboration with the Ministry of Aviation.
Currently serving as the Managing Partner of Aeronexus Group, he continues to champion innovative solutions, strategic partnerships, and sustainable growth within Africa’s aviation and travel industry.
A respected industry voice, mentor, and thought leader, Gbenga brings deep commercial insight and practical industry experience to TRAVCONEXPO 2026.
