Ope Ajayi

Ope Ajayi is a Nigerian film producer and promoter. He is the founder and CEO of Cinemax Distribution Limited and COTS Productions. He is best known as the executive producer of the Nigerian murder mystery series, The Party which was released on Netflix in May 2025. He is also an executive producer of the film Queen Lateefah, produced in partnership with Wumi Toriola and the co-executive producer of the films Brotherhood, Ada Omo Daddy and Thinline, in partnership with actress and producer Mercy Aigbe. He has licensed many films to multiple platforms, including Sista by Biodun Stephen, and Silence by Yemi "Filmboy" Morafa.

Early life and education

Ajayi was born in Lagos, Nigeria. He completed his secondary education at the International School, University of Lagos, and earned a degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Lagos. He is also an alumnus of the Lagos Business school.

Career

Ajayi spent his early career working in the financial services sector before moving to Genesis Cinemas.
Ajayi was appointed executive director at Genesis Group. In July 2022, he was elected as the National Chairman of the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria.