Zainab Zee Diamond, veteran Kannywood actress, dies

Veteran Kannywood actress Zainab Zee Diamond has died following a prolonged illness, her family announced. She passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 7, 2026, shortly after the Fajr prayer.

While the family did not disclose the specific nature of her illness, they expressed gratitude for the support received during her medical treatment. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced. Following the news, colleagues and fans within the Hausa-language film industry have taken to social media to pay tribute to her contributions to Kannywood.