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The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) would deepen its delivery of digital inclusion and promote service delivery across all economic sectors for enhanced Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

The Postmaster General of the Federation and Chief Executive Officer of NIPOST, Tola Odeyemi, gave the assurance in Abuja shortly after she received equipment donations from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).

The Korea Agency made a donation of 350 NIMC-certified Android National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment devices to enhance the capacity of NIPOST and ensure that its services are spread to underserved communities and areas with difficult terrains in the country.

Odeyemi, who received the KOICA team led by the Country Director, Mr. Eunsub Kim, at the NIPOST Corporate Headquarters, Abuja, praised KOICA for its commitment to effective and efficient digital services in Nigeria.

She described the intervention as a strategic investment in Nigeria’s digital future, noting that the devices would significantly enhance NIPOST’s capacity to deliver accessible and inclusive NIN registration services nationwide—particularly in underserved and hard-to-reach communities.

The NIPOST boss said the gesture aligned with the Federal Government’s mandate to provide nationwide access to essential public services and other ventures that would improve the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

 She said NIPOST’s extensive national footprint positioned the organization as a critical enabler of inclusive digital identity enrollment and a key contributor to Nigeria’s broader digital transformation agenda.

The KOICA Country Director commended NIPOST for its strategic contributions to National Digital development, stating that the devices were provided under KOICA’s ongoing projects.

Kim, who listed the project as “Building Foundations Towards Digital Governance in Nigeria,” disclosed that the devices came fully equipped with pre-installed enrolment Software Licenses, alongside training and delivery support to ensure smooth deployment and effective utilization.

Mr. Kim stated that KOICA remains committed to supporting Nigeria’s Digital Governance efforts and ensuring that citizens across the country have easier access to essential identity services.

He said the intervention forms part of a four-year initiative (2022–2026) aimed at achieving key Digital Governance milestones, including the update of Nigeria’s e-Government Master Plan to Version 2.0, development of enterprise architecture frameworks for Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), digital capacity building at National and Sub-national levels, and the creation of Nigeria’s first single-window Government Service Portal (GSP).

He noted that as the forthcoming GSP will rely heavily on NIN authentication, NIPOST’s enhanced enrolment capacity places it in a strategic position to support citizens in accessing future digital public services.

Consequently, the KOICA Country Director requested NIPOST’s collaboration in onboarding at least one NIPOST digital service onto the GSP and encouraged the designation of a focal person to liaise closely with Galaxy Backbone Limited to ensure seamless coordination.

KOICA, the Grant Aid Agency of the Government of the Republic of Korea, has been a longstanding development partner to Nigeria since 2008, supporting initiatives in e-government, governance reforms, digital capacity building, and ICT infrastructure development across the country.

The donation of the 350 NIN enrolment devices further reinforced NIPOST’s expanding role in Nigeria’s Digital identity ecosystem and underscored its commitment to improving citizens’ access to convenient, efficient, and inclusive NIN registration services nationwide.

The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Postal Service (NIPOST) paystack customs duty payment portal for parcels coming into the country from across the world. 

The Minister of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, launched the portal in his office in Abuja on Thursday. 

He was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr Rafiu Adeladan. 

The Minister said the digitalised payment portal would reduce human-to-human contacts, eliminate delays, and inefficiencies within the period of transactions based on global standards and best practices. 

He said the launch represented a solution that is at the heart of Mr. President’s priorities for Nigeria’s digital economy, and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).

He said: “For years, too many Nigerians importing small parcels or business goods have faced the same frustrations — hidden customs charges revealed only at pickup, long queues at post offices, and endless social-media complaints about inefficiency. 

“These are not just customer-service problems, they are barriers to trade, to e-commerce, and to the daily hustle of small businesses trying to compete in a global economy. When citizens lose time and money navigating inefficient systems, we all lose value as a nation.”

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He however expressed optimism that with the launch by NIPOST, the narratives would changed, as citizens would get value from NIPOST services, while the government would raise its revenue profile from the solutions. 

The Minister who praised NIPOST for the digital solution said NIPOST together with the private sector have “built an ecosystem that reduces friction, restores trust, and turns government into a platform for innovation. This is indeed a milestone to a digitally-enabled Nigeria.”

The Postmaster General of the Federation, Engr Tola Odeyemi in her remarks said the solution would enable government track revenues coming from the sector in a transparent manner, stressing that NIPOST launched the product to eliminate perceived inefficiencies, delays and other bureaucratic bottlenecks within the ecosystem. 

Odeyemi said:” Today, we are witnessing a new chapter in NIPOST’s transformation story; one that blends our legacy of public service with the power of technology, fintech, and innovation.

“For decades, NIPOST has connected Nigerians through letters, parcels, and logistics. But in this new era of digital trade and e-commerce, connection means more than delivery, it means convenience, transparency, and trust. And that is exactly what this new collaboration represents.”

She said with the new technology and partnership with Paystack, Messenger, and Sendbox, NIPOST was stepping boldly into a new era of public service excellence, fintech integration, and trade facilitation.

“Together, we are creating a seamless system for international inbound items, one that simplifies customs payments, enables online transactions, and delivers parcels directly to your doorsteps. We are solving a long-standing customer pain point: one that has been voiced repeatedly: on social media, in post offices and

through customer feedback”, Engr Odeyemi said. 

The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has intercepted a consignment containing seven pouches of cannabis concealed inside a duvet cover that arrived in Lagos from Thailand.

According to NIPOST management, the shipment originated from Bangkok and was addressed to a recipient in Lagos.

In a statement issued from its head office in Abuja on Tuesday, NIPOST said details of the sender and receiver have been withheld, as investigations are ongoing with the appropriate security agencies.

The statement reads, “This interception underscores our continued commitment to transforming the postal industry into a secure, reliable, and trusted channel of communication and commerce. It demonstrates NIPOST’s determination to protect the public from the dangers of illicit substances while safeguarding the integrity of the postal network.

“The matter has been referred to the relevant Security Agencies for further action.

“In line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government, NIPOST reaffirms its zero-tolerance for the use of its network for illicit and illegal activities. 

“We remain resolute in safeguarding the integrity of our operations and assure the public of our unwavering commitment to ensuring that the postal industry continues to serve as a catalyst for national security, economic growth, and public trust.” 

The Nigerian Postal Service, NIPOST, has assured its customers nationwide that efforts are being made to mitigate possible delays in shipment of goods to the United States due to President Donald Trump recent Executive Order.

The NIPOST said as the order commenced yesterday, the management is engaging the Universal Postal Union, the United States Customs and its Borders Protection Agency on ways to address delays and disruption of services.

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In a statement issued in Abuja by NIPOST, the agency said the Executive Order would affect all countries around the world for goods and services that are US-bound.

The NIPOST statement reads: “On the United States Executive Order Suspending De Minimis Exemptions for Postal Shipments the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) wishes to inform our esteemed customers of a recent policy change by the Government of the United States of America, enacted through the Executive Order on “Suspending Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for All Countries” under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has assured customers nationwide that measures are being put in place to cushion possible delays in the shipment of goods to the United States following President Donald Trump’s recent Executive Order.

According to NIPOST, all postal items bound for the US will now attract a prepayment duty of $80 as the order takes effect today, August 29.

In a statement issued in Abuja, the agency disclosed that its management is engaging the Universal Postal Union, the US Customs, and the US Border Protection Agency to address potential delays and disruptions in service.

NIPOST further explained that the new directive will affect all countries worldwide sending goods and services to the United States.

The NIPOST statement reads: “On the United States Executive Order Suspending De Minimis Exemptions for Postal Shipments the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) wishes to inform our esteemed customers of a recent policy change by the Government of the United States of America, enacted through the Executive Order on “Suspending Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for All Countries” under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

“This Executive Order applies to all postal operators and designated postal administrations worldwide, and the payment of the additional duty affects all global postal inflows into the United States, not just those from Nigeria.

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“With effect from 29th August 2025, and in compliance with the Executive Order:

All postal items to the United States, except for letters and documents, will now attract a prepaid customs duty of USD $80 (or its Naira equivalent) at the point of acceptance in Nigeria. 

“Global logistics operations are also being affected, as airline and cargo carriers adopt more cautious measures in handling U.S.-bound shipments. This may extend both transit and processing times, potentially resulting in delivery delays. 

“All U.S.-bound shipments will additionally undergo Customs checks at the destination. 

NIPOST is actively engaging with the Universal Postal Union (UPU), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and our airline partners to minimize service disruptions and safeguard customer experience.

“We reassure our customers that NIPOST remains committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient postal and courier services despite this global regulatory adjustment.”

NIPOST said enquiries, on the matter should be made via: customerservice@nipost.gov.ng

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• ‘Media reports false’

The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has reaffirmed its commitment to blocking any type of illicit transportation of drugs through courier services or operators.

NIPOST maintained that to cement its commitment, it entered into a partnership with the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), among other security agencies. The postal service dismissed reports by an online publication that there had been a surge in drug trafficking through the courier service.

NIPOST’s Director of Corporate Communications of NIPOST, Mr. Franklin Alao, described the report as false and misleading. M

Alao said at no time did NIPOST engage, confirm or endorse such publication.

“This is categorically false. At no point has NIPOST made such a statement or associated these activities with the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said in a statement yesterday in Abuja.

Alao added: “While we respect the role of the media in promoting accountability, the dissemination of sensational and inaccurate information, particularly in matters of national security,-risks eroding public trust and undermining the collaborative work being done to sanitise the courier and logistics sector.

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“NIPOST strongly condemns the use of courier and logistics channels for the trafficking of narcotics or any other illegal activity. We reaffirm our zero-tolerance policy toward such abuse of postal infrastructure and our ongoing commitment to regulating the industry with transparency, integrity, and accountability.

“As the regulator of Nigeria’s courier industry, NIPOST is leading a coordinated effort to ensure compliance, surveillance, and enforcement across the sector.”

The statement also said NIPOST is currently running stricter licensing and compliance audits to weed out illegal and unauthorised operators.

“We are currently revalidating courier operator licenses, enforcing mandatory Know-Your-Customer (KYC) protocols, and conducting compliance audits across licensed operators.

“There is also enhanced collaboration with security agencies: NIPOST is working in close collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Customs Service, and relevant security institutions to investigate and deter illicit use of logistics channels,” Alao said.