By Emmanuel Daniji

For many young Nigerians dreaming of seeing their faces on the big screen, getting the first opportunity is often the hardest part. A new film project, Eni Orisa, is now opening its doors to people hoping to make that first breakthrough.

The upcoming Nigerian movie has announced an open casting call in Lagos, inviting teenagers, adults and persons with albinism to audition for roles in the production.

The audition is scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 9am at Oluwalogbon Glass House, Plot A, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Testing Ground Bus Stop, Ikeja, Lagos.

According to the organisers, the casting is open to both male and female teenagers, while adults between the ages of 18 and 65 are also encouraged to attend.

What makes the casting call particularly notable is the specific invitation to persons with albinism, including children.

The production team says it is looking beyond established faces and wants to discover people with fresh talent, different appearances and unique stories who can contribute to the project.

The film carries the tagline “The Truth Has a Face” and is being built around themes of culture, humanity, inclusion and hope for a better future.

For aspiring actors, casting calls such as this can provide an important entry point into an industry where opportunities are often concentrated around people who already have professional connections or previous screen experience.

Eni Orisa appears to be taking a broader approach by encouraging people who may never have appeared in a major production to come forward and try their chances.

The emphasis on persons with albinism also places representation at the centre of the casting process, particularly at a time when conversations around diversity and authentic representation continue to grow within Nigeria’s film industry.

The project is being promoted by Bose Mercy Spicybugz, with enquiries available through 08035612518, 0706941851 and 09077573185.

For those attending, the key details are straightforward: the audition takes place on September 24 at 9am in Ikeja.

And for someone who has always wondered whether there is a place for their face, personality or talent on screen, this could be the audition worth showing up for.