Nigerian theatre and film producer Bolanle Austen-Peters has received the ASP Architect of Culture Award at the Africa Soft Power Gala 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.
The award recognised her contributions to Nigerian theatre, film, and creative industry development through institutions such as Terra Kulture and BAP Productions.
Austen-Peters was honoured for helping expand modern Nigerian theatre with productions including Saro the Musical, Wakaa!, and Fela and the Kalakuta Queens, as well as films like 93 Days and House of Ga’a. Organisers said the recognition highlights the importance of building strong institutions to sustain Africa’s growing creative economy.
