Zainab Bukky Ajayi Listenⓘ (2 February 1934 – 6 July 2016) was a Nigerian actress.

[1] Bukky Ajayi was born and raised in Nigeria but completed her higher education in England, United Kingdom with the support of a federal government scholarship.

In 1965, she left England for Nigeria where her career began as a presenter and newscaster for Nigerian Television Authority in 1966.

During her acting career, she featured in several films and television series including Critical Assignment, Diamond Ring, Witches among others.

[3][4] Ajayi died at her residence in Surulere, Lagos State on 6 July 2016 at the age of 82.