Meet our speakers
Top-tier experts, real-world solutions. Get game-changing aviation and aerospace insights from Africa's leading minds
AeroWest Annual Conference 2026
Start date
02 Sep 2026
End date
04 Sep 2026
Location
Marriott Hotel Ikeja, Lagos
Time
09:00 am - 17:00 pm
Theodore Obi Chikelu
Commercial Aviation ExpertA veteran of startup airlines and an expert in route development and African market development. Mr. Chikelu deliberately focused on the African markets and has over thirty-five (35) years’ experience in marketing and business development in the whole of the African aviation landscape. He was very instrumental in the extensive regional and international expansion of Bellview Airlines, now called First Nation. He was also the project manager for regional expansion for Sosoliso Airlines, Aero Contractors, and Arik Air, where he rose to the rank of Vice President Commercial for the African Market. Mr. Chikelu collaborated with Hassan Zakari of route development initiatives, which saw most of the new routes he initiated reaching 80 percent load factors.
- CompanyJet Afrique Aviation Services
Want to be a speaker at
AeroWest Annual Conference 2026?
Are you a leading expert, innovator, or visionary passionate about shaping the future of aviation and aerospace in Africa? The Aerowest Africa Conference offers an unparalleled platform to share your insights, expertise, and groundbreaking work with a highly engaged global audience.
Speaking at Aerowest Africa positions you as a thought leader at the forefront of the industry. You'll gain significant visibility, enhance your professional profile, and connect directly with key decision-makers, potential collaborators, and influential peers from across the continent and beyond. This is your opportunity to contribute to critical discussions, inspire innovation, and influence the strategic direction of one of Africa's most dynamic sectors.
Global Visibility & Thought Leadership
Showcase your expertise to an international audience of aviation leaders, investors, and media. Speaking at Aerowest Africa elevates your profile, establishing you as a key influencer and innovator at the forefront of Africa's aerospace sector. Gain unparalleled recognition.
Exclusive Networking & Collaboration
Connect directly with top-tier decision-makers, potential partners, and industry peers. This unique platform fosters invaluable relationships, sparking collaborations and opening doors to new business opportunities that drive the continent's aviation growth.
Shape Africa's Aviation Future
Contribute your insights to critical discussions shaping the industry's trajectory. Influence policy, inspire innovation, and help define the next era of air travel and aerospace development across Africa. Be a catalyst for change.