The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has strongly refuted claims suggesting it accused courier companies of freely transporting hard drugs under the Tinubu administration.
In a statement issued on July 6, 2025, NIPOST described a recent headline by Peoples Gazette as “misleading and false,” insisting that the agency never made such an accusation. The report, which claimed NIPOST linked drug trafficking in the courier industry to the current presidency, was firmly debunked by the agency.
“We never made that statement, and we never linked it to President Tinubu,” NIPOST declared.
The agency expressed concern over what it called “sensational journalism,” warning that such reports could damage public trust and undermine national efforts to clean up the logistics and courier sector.
Instead of pointing fingers, NIPOST says it is working hard to eliminate illegal practices in the courier business. It explained that operators are currently undergoing revalidation, Know-Your-Customer enforcement, and regular audits to ensure compliance with national standards.
NIPOST is also working hand-in-glove with security agencies like the NDLEA, Police, and Customs to investigate and prevent any misuse of logistics channels for criminal activities. According to the agency, it is actively engaging transport unions and courier associations to raise awareness and improve reporting of suspicious deliveries.
In addition, a new digital postcode and parcel identification system is being introduced to track every package from sender to receiver. The goal, NIPOST says, is to eliminate the anonymity that criminals often take advantage of when using courier services.
NIPOST urged Nigerians to only use licensed courier services and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. It also appealed to the media to report responsibly and avoid spreading misinformation that could mislead the public or cause unnecessary panic.
“We stand for transparency, integrity, and accountability,” said Franklin Alao, NIPOST’s Director of Corporate Communications.
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