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Alma Asinobi set out to break the world record for the fastest time by visiting all seven continents, but her journey became a broader statement on passport privilege and visa restrictions for Nigerians. Despite delays and visa complications, she completed the challenge in 71 hours, 26 minutes, and 25.50 seconds, traveling across Antarctica, South America, North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and finally Australia. While she did not break the record, her determination and resilience have drawn attention to the obstacles African travelers face, making her journey a powerful symbol of perseverance.
Nigerian traveller Alma Asinobi has successfully visited all seven continents in a daring attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the “Fastest Time to Visit All Seven Continents.” While she fell short of the record, her journey brought global attention to the travel restrictions many Africans face.
On Mar. 4, 2025, Renowned Nigerian travel entrepreneur and content creator Alma Asinobi announced her attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the “Fastest Time to Visit All Seven Continents.” The current record of 64 hours belongs to U.S. Air Force veteran Johnny Cruz Buckingham. Alma, however, saw the challenge as more than just a race against time—it was a statement about passport privilege and the visa obstacles that often prevent Nigerians from travelling freely.
Alma’s journey took her across six continents without major setbacks. She travelled to King George Island (Antarctica), Chile (South America), Punta Cana (North America), Spain (Europe), Cairo (Africa), and Dubai (Asia). But as she prepared for the final leg to Australia, complications arose.
“I was denied boarding on my flight to Perth due to visa issues,” she stated on Sunday, Mar. 23, 2025. “I was put on standby, waiting for confirmation from Australian authorities. By the time boarding closed, the airline rebooked me on a different flight and gave me a choice between Brisbane and Sydney. I picked Sydney because it’s the Australian city I’ve always wanted to visit.”
The unexpected delays cost her the record, stretching her journey to 71 hours, 26 minutes, and 25.50 seconds. Despite exhaustion and setbacks, she pressed on. “I was running on autopilot, just trying to keep going. My only focus was reaching Perth as soon as possible,” she said.
Although she did not break the record, Alma achieved her goal of touching down on all seven continents, carrying the Nigerian flag along the way. Her journey has sparked conversations about the barriers African travellers face, shedding light on a reality that often goes unnoticed in global discussions about travel and mobility.
“This mission isn’t over yet,” she said. “I made it, and I’m bringing the flag home.”
