Nigerian retail automation startup, Bumpa, has announced the passing of its Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Adetunji ‘TeeJay’ Opayele. The tech community mourns the loss of the 32-year-old, following a car accident in Lagos, Nigeria.
Opayele co-founded Bumpa alongside Kelvin Umechukwu. Bumpa is a retail automation platform aimed at helping small businesses manage their online and offline sales, inventory, and customer relationships. Opayele’s expertise as CTO was instrumental in building and scaling the platform, which has become a notable player in Nigeria’s burgeoning tech ecosystem.
His death has sent shockwaves through the startup community, with many expressing their condolences and recognizing his contributions. Adetunji was born on December 20, 1992. 
The news of Opayele’s death highlights the fragility of life and the challenges faced by startups in Africa. As the community grieves, many are reflecting on Opayele’s legacy and the importance of supporting young entrepreneurs in building sustainable businesses. His contributions to Nigeria’s tech scene will be remembered.
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