Nigerian Passport Rises to 88th in Latest Henley Index —Highest in Five Years

Nigerian passport rises to 88th on global rankings

The Nigerian passport has recorded its highest position in five years, climbing to the 88th spot out of 199 countries on the latest Henley Passport Index, released on July 18. The ranking reflects a modest but notable improvement in global mobility for Nigerian passport holders. The Henley Passport Index is updated regularly using exclusive data […] The post Nigerian passport rises to 88th on global rankings appeared first on Trending News.

Nigerian Passport Rises to 88th in Global Rankings, Still Trails Most African Countries

LAGOS, Nigeria — The Nigerian passport has recorded its highest position in five years, rising to 88th out of 199 countries in the latest Henley Passport Index released on Friday, July 18, 2025. Compiled by London-based Henley & Partners using exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the index ranks passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. The report is widely reg…

Nigerian Passport Jumps to 88th on Global Rankings, Highest in 5 Years — Akelicious

Nigeria’s passport has reached its highest position in five years, climbing to 88th out of 199 countries in the latest Henley Passport Index released on July 18. The ranking, based on data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and expert analysis, places Nigeria alongside Ethiopia and Myanmar, countries it was previously grouped with when ranked 91st earlier this year. Despite the slight improvement, the Nigerian passport still…

Nigerian passport climbs to 88th in global rankings

The Nigerian passport has achieved its highest position in five years on the Henley Passport Index, rising to 88th place out of 199 countries in the latest edition released on July 18. This marks a modest improvement from its previous 91st position earlier in the year and a significant step up from the 97th spot it occupied at the end of 2023. Despite the gain, Nigeria still only offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 45 countries—unchan…

Nigeria Absent from Africa’s Most Powerful Passports List Again?

Nigeria’s passport has once again failed to make the cut in the latest ranking of Africa’s most powerful travel documents, sparking renewed conversations about the country’s diplomatic influence and international mobility. The 2025 Henley Passport Index, which measures global travel freedom based on the number of destinations a passport holder can visit without needing a … The post Nigeria Absent from Africa’s Most Powerful Passports List Again?…

Nigerians through the Global Lens: Influence, Image, and the Green Passport - Tech

The perception of Nigerians is undeniably complex, especially when it comes to the Nigerian passport. Despite the country’s rich cultural heritage, substantial academic contributions, and vibrant entrepreneurial spirit, the ‘green passport’ encounters severe challenges in international mobility. This stark disparity underscores the significant gap between Nigeria’s valuable contributions to the global community and the formidable obstacles its c…