The Nigerian passport has fallen by 38 places in a global passport ranking in the last 17 years.
However, experts reasoned that the strength of the green document is only reflecting the internal challenges bedeviling Nigeria.
He said, “We have a challenge. Since Nigeria is becoming inhospitable, especially for young people with no opportunities, there is desperation to go abroad. “If we want to earn respect from outside, we must begin from home. If we want the world to take us seriously, we must get your acts together.”It said visa-free mobility is largely a reflection of bilateral agreements between countries and within regional blocs.
“While we appreciate the work done by Henley & Partners, we are more concerned with deepening our passport technology to meet up with the standards of the ICAO; ensuring that our passport complies with ICAO guidelines.”
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