The Nigerian Postal Service has strongly refuted claims that it is involved in drug transportation, describing such allegations as entirely false.
The agency was responding to an online report suggesting that NIPOST had been used to peddle drugs since President Bola Tinubu assumed office.
In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by Franklin Alao, NIPOST’s Director of Corporate Communications, the postal service categorically denied the allegations, stating there was “no iota of truth” in the report.
Rather, NIPOST emphasized its collaboration with security agencies and logistics stakeholders—including the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, the Nigeria Police Force, and the Nigerian Customs Service—to prevent the misuse of logistics channels for illegal activities.
“Any operator found to be involved in criminal activity will face immediate regulatory sanctions,” Alao stated.
“This includes license suspension or revocation, and reporting the operator to appropriate authorities for prosecution.”
Alao highlighted NIPOST’s advanced digital infrastructure, including its Digital Postcode and Parcel Identification System, which ensures full traceability of parcels from sender to recipient.
According to him, these systems enhance screening capabilities and deter individuals attempting to exploit postal services for illegal purposes.
NIPOST urged the public to disregard the misleading publication and advised citizens to: Use only licensed courier service providers; Report any suspicious activities to NIPOST or law enforcement agencies.
Alao also called on media outlets and Civil Society Organisations to uphold their responsibility in shaping accurate public discourse and promoting positive change.
