Increase in Passport Fees Attributed to Dollar-Naira Exchange Rate, Says Minister

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has defended the recent 45% increase in Nigerian passport fees, attributing the rise to fluctuations in the exchange rate between the naira and the dollar. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja to mark his first year in office, Tunji-Ojo explained that the government can no longer subsidize the … Read more

Woman Tears Up Husband’s International Passport Upon Arriving at Lagos International Airport.

On Saturday, August 10, a dramatic incident unfolded at Lagos Airport when a woman tore up her husband’s international passport shortly after their arrival from abroad. This act, seen by many as vandalism of government property, has ignited public outrage and prompted calls for legal action. Destroying a passport can have serious legal implications, potentially … Read more

Singapore Passport Retains Its Status as the World’s Most Powerful (June 2024)

Singapore’s passport ranks as the most advantageous globally, with a score of 91.15, enabling easy travel for its 5.6 million citizens. According to the VisaGuide Passport Index, holders of the Singaporean passport can travel visa-free to 168 countries, the highest number for any passport as noted by VisaGuide.World. Specifically, 159 countries allow visa-free entry for … Read more

Top 6 Passports That Provide Visa-Free Access to Over 190 Countries Around the World

The importance of a passport in international travel is undeniable, as it largely determines how easily one can cross international borders and visit various countries without needing a visa. The Henley Passport Index serves as a crucial global ranking system, evaluating the travel freedom each country’s passport provides to its citizens. This index is the … Read more