Efungwu Opata
Efungwu Opata | |
|---|---|
| Born | Efungwu Ekachukwu Opata 5 November 1993 Nsukka, Nigeria |
| Other names | Potrix |
| Education | University of Nigeria |
| Occupations | Entrepreneur, software developer and media entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2014–present |
Efungwu Opata (born 5 November 1993), professionally known as Potrix,[1] is a Nigerian technology entrepreneur and software product developer. He founded Techworkstations, a technology company operating in software development and e-commerce, including Remedy Portal.[2] He is the co-founder of the dating application Bammby, created in partnership with music producer Don Jazzy.[3]
Early life and education
Opata was born and raised in Nsukka to university professors Damian and Patience Opata.[4] He attended the University of Nigeria Secondary School, Nsukka, for his secondary education. He later proceeded to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, for his tertiary education.
Career
As a student, Opata started organising events and published the quarterly Potrix magazine, which featured notable figures such as the Ooni of Ife,[5] Wizkid,[6] and Seyi Shay on its covers.[7] In 2021, Opata launched Remedy Portal,[8] a multi-application service platform designed to provide integrated daily-use digital tools such as news updates, job listings, scholarships, business funding support, loan access, and a digital wallet feature.[9] The launch received media attention, including reports highlighting actress Regina Daniels as the brand ambassador.[10]
Bammby
Opata is the co-founder of Bammby,[11] a dating and social connection app developed in collaboration with record producer Don Jazzy.[12]Nigerian news publications describe him as the "co-founder" and "technical architect" of the platform, credited with developing and overseeing the software infrastructure. Efungwu Opata has been publicly acknowledged by Don Jazzy for his role in the growth of Bammby. Several Nigerian media organisations have profiled his work, covering product launches and milestone announcements tied to both Remedy Portal and Bammby.[13]
Personal life
In January 2026, he married Chinelo Umeanaka in a traditional marriage ceremony held in Ezinifite, Anambra State.[4]
See also
References
- ^ Reporter, Our (20 November 2025). "Don Jazzy celebrates Co-founder Potrix, credits him for Bammby's rapid growth". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ Nwafor (1 September 2021). "Opata Efungwu launches Remedy Portal, as Regina Daniels bags Brand Ambassador". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ "Don Jazzy Celebrates His Bammby Co-Founder Opata Efungwu on His Birthday". This Day. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ a b Nwafor (20 January 2026). "Tech entrepreneur Efungwu Opata weds Chinelo Umeanaka in grand traditional ceremony". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 29 January 2026.
- ^ Ikeji, Linda (28 July 2016). "Ooni of Ife covers Potrix Magazine, U.N.N Edition". Linda Ikeji's Blog. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ Atisele, Kenneth. "Wizkid and Seyi Shay cover NEA edition of Potrix magazine". The NET. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ Oluwapelumi (20 August 2015). "Seyi Shay looks like every type of "bae" on the cover of the NEA edition of Potrix Magazine » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ "Efungwu launches Remedy Portal into the Nigeria market as Regina Daniels emerges brand ambassador". Blueprint Newspapers. 31 August 2021. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ "Firm launches business 'Remedy Portal'". Daily Trust. 29 August 2021.
- ^ Agbana, Rotimi (1 September 2021). "Regina Daniels Bags Brand Ambassador Deal With Opata Efungwu". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ Nwafor (17 November 2025). "Don Jazzy shares warm birthday wishes with his Bammby Partner Opata Efungwu". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 3 December 2025.
- ^ "Rising Nigerian Tech Talents to Watch in 2026 - NigeriaMag". Nigeria Magazine. 4 February 2026. Retrieved 16 February 2026.
- ^ "Don Jazzy Commends His Bammby Co-Founder Opata Efungwu As He Celebrates A New Age". Independent. Lagos, Nigeria. 19 November 2025. Retrieved 16 February 2026.