The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) has unveiled its Agency Banking Solution, POTMONI, as part of the activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) and the “Post for Planet” initiative.
The Postmaster General of NIPOST, Tola Odeyemi, disclosed this in a statement, explaining that POTMONI aims to provide accessible, convenient, and affordable financial services to Nigerians nationwide and across the globe.
Odeyemi highlighted that POTMONI is an Electronic Money Order Solution specifically designed for NIPOST to advance the Nigerian Postal Service’s mission and national growth. She emphasized that this solution would connect the nation and promote financial inclusion.
The Postmaster General also announced the issuance of a commemorative N250 postage stamp featuring the 2023 World Post Day logo, marking 150 years of the postal service worldwide.
She noted that World Post Day celebrates the establishment of the UPU and serves as an opportunity to educate the public on the vital role of postal services in socio-economic development globally.
Odeyemi reiterated the significance of the postal system in providing essential connectivity between people, businesses, and governments. She added that the theme for this year’s World Post Day, “150 years of enabling communication and empowering people across nations,” reflects Nigeria’s core values and NIPOST’s dedication to fostering communication and national development.
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She stressed that postal services offer a framework for reliable, efficient, and affordable international mail exchange, celebrating the journey of communication, innovation, and empowerment that the service has championed over the years.
Additionally, she announced that NIPOST would collaborate with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda to leverage technology, ensuring that the postal system remains nationally relevant and globally competitive.
The Postmaster General commended postal workers worldwide for their resilience in delivering essential services despite challenges, fostering bonds with countless individuals they serve daily.
Odeyemi also highlighted NIPOST’s recent collaboration with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) to support MSMEs, which would reduce courier costs and enhance delivery capabilities, boosting economic development.
Further, NIPOST is partnering with the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) for the transportation of biological samples within Nigeria, using the National Integrated Sample Referral Network (NiSRN) approach.
She revealed that the National Addressing System (NAS) is under development in collaboration with the National Population Commission (NPoPC) and other partners, which will facilitate efficient mail handling, precise location identification, and enhanced services for government agencies and businesses.
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