NIPOST arrests 40 illegal courier operators in Edo

The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has arrested over 40 illegal courier operators for allegedly operating without a valid license in Edo State. The State Postal Manager, Mr. Aleburu Augustine, disclosed this during the World Postal Day celebration in the state.  He said the arrests were aimed at getting rid of quacks and sanitizing courier services. […]

The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has arrested over 40 illegal courier operators for allegedly operating without a valid license in Edo State.

The State Postal Manager, Mr. Aleburu Augustine, disclosed this during the World Postal Day celebration in the state. 

He said the arrests were aimed at getting rid of quacks and sanitizing courier services.

He noted that the issue of illegal courier services is now rampant, but the agency has put in place several measures through its Courier Regulatory Department, which is in charge of enforcement.

The measures, he said, include regular clampdowns on illegal courier operators, visiting courier premises, and monitoring their activities, among others.

“In the first quarter, we arrested over 20, and in the second quarter, we also arrested 20, bringing the total to 40 arrested for illegal operation,” he stated.

Augustine explained that as part of efforts to keep operators away from engaging in illegal activities, such as delivering prohibited items like drugs, arms, and ammunition, they hold monthly meetings with operators.

He, however, noted that postal service has improved tremendously, as mail does not stay overnight in his station, which has helped instill confidence and improved customer patronage.