By Juliet Ebirim
In a bold move to redefine global travel and spotlight systemic limitations, 26-year-old Nigerian travel content creator Alma Asinobi has announced her attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest journey across all seven continents.
Scheduled to commence on March 15, 2025, Alma’s daring expedition seeks to complete her route in under 70 hours—trimming down the current record of 73 hours set by Sujoy Kumar Mitra and Dr. Ali Irani.
Starting from Antarctica, Alma’s route will take her through North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. However, this is more than just a race against time. Alma, the youngest and only Black solo record attemptee, seeks to shine a light on the systemic limitations faced by travelers from countries with low-mobility passports, particularly Nigeria.
Speaking during a press conference on Thursday, Alma said “This attempt is not just about breaking a record. It’s about showing what’s possible for young African women and anyone with a low-mobility passport. I want to prove that determination can overcome systemic barriers in global travel. My dreams should not be defined by my skin or the color of my passport.”
Timed to coincide with Women’s Month, Alma’s endeavor aims to dismantle stereotypes and inspire young girls worldwide to dream big.
In addition to the seven-continent record attempt, Alma announced a second Guinness World Record initiative: creating the most-signed travel memorabilia in history. A Nigerian flag will be signed by supporters globally, with the signing event scheduled for March 23, 2025. This project aims to symbolize unity, resilience and international collaboration.
The record attempts have garnered significant support, notably from financial technology firm, Risevest. Global Marketing Officer Eneyi Obi expressed enthusiasm, highlighting Asinobi’s vision of breaking barriers and opening up new possibilities for Africans on the world stage.
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