Courier Companies in Nigeria (2026): Coverage, Services and How to Choose

Updated 28 September 2026 · Travo.ng

This guide sorts Nigeria’s courier companies by the job they do best. It gives the coverage figures each company publishes and explains how to choose, what drives the price and how to avoid delivery scams. If you want someone to handle pickup and delivery for you, Travo can book a same-day delivery or an interstate parcel.

Courier companies in Nigeria at a glance

Types of courier service in Nigeria

1. Same-day and on-demand city delivery

Dispatch riders and vans deliver across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and other cities, usually within hours. Kwik aims for delivery within two hours in urban areas. For small, urgent items within a city, a bike is usually the fastest option. See how to get a dispatch rider in Nigeria.

2. Interstate parcel delivery

Networks such as GIG Logistics, CourierPlus and Red Star move parcels between states through their own branches. GIGL’s GoFaster service targets 24 to 48 hours to major cities. Travo also arranges interstate package delivery with doorstep pickup.

3. International courier

For documents and parcels going abroad, the main choices are DHL, FedEx (through Red Star Express), UPS, CourierPlus’ international service, GIGL export and NIPOST EMS. Prices are usually set in US dollars and depend on zone and weight. Our FedEx shipping rates guide shows how a 2026 quote is built.

4. E-commerce and business logistics

Online sellers need pickup, payment on delivery, warehousing and returns. GIGL, Red Star, Kwik and Sendbox all offer e-commerce services. Red Star offers same-day delivery within a metropolis with payment on delivery. Businesses with regular volume should look at Travo business delivery.

Company profiles

GIG Logistics (GIGL)

GIGL says it runs 170+ experience centres, covers all 36 states, exports to 230+ locations and handles imports from Canada, China, Ghana, the UK and the US. Its services include the GIGGo app for pickup and tracking, GoFaster express, last-mile delivery, haulage, mailroom and warehousing. Head office: Alaga Gateway, 36 Oshodi–Apapa Expressway, Oshodi, Lagos. Details: giglogistics.com.

Red Star Express Plc

Red Star Express is the licensee of FedEx in Nigeria. It offers courier and package delivery, freight with customs brokerage, logistics support such as goods-in-transit insurance, and e-commerce delivery, and it operates across Nigeria, Niger and Benin. Contact: 01-2715670-6 or enquiries@redstarplc.com.

CourierPlus

CourierPlus has been in business since 2009 and says it operates from more than 45 locations across Nigeria. It offers a same-day courier service for shipments received before 10:00am to selected airport cities, a domestic economy service, e-commerce support and international express to more than 190 countries. Head office: 42 Concord Way, off Airport Road, Ikeja, Lagos.

NIPOST EMS

The Nigerian Postal Service runs EMS parcels, ordinary mail, e-commerce logistics and online track and trace. NIPOST also licenses private courier operators through its Courier Regulatory Department, so its website (nipost.gov.ng) is the place to confirm whether a courier is licensed.

Kwik and Sendbox

Kwik is an on-demand delivery platform for Lagos and Abuja using bikes, vans and trucks. It also offers e-commerce fulfilment (KwikShelf). Sendbox, based in Yaba, Lagos, lets individuals and businesses book local and international shipments and request a pickup from themselves or from a seller.

DHL Express and UPS

Both are global express networks used mainly for international documents and parcels. Compare their quotes with FedEx for the same weight and destination. See our guide to UPS Nigeria.

How to choose a courier company

1. Match the service to the job. Use a rider for same-city delivery, a branch network for interstate parcels and an express network for international parcels.
2. Check the licence. Ask for the courier’s NIPOST licence and confirm it with NIPOST if you are unsure.
3. Compare the full price. Ask for the total including fuel, remote-area and insurance charges, not just the base rate.
4. Ask about tracking. You should get a tracking number you can check online. Our tracking guide explains how.
5. Ask about cover. For valuable items, ask about goods-in-transit insurance and the claims process before you ship.
6. Check restricted items. Cash, some liquids, batteries and perishables have special rules. Ask before you pack.

What affects courier prices in Nigeria

• Distance and destination zone (same city, another state or abroad)
• Actual or volume weight, whichever is higher
• Speed (same-day or express costs more than economy)
• Pickup from your door versus drop-off at a branch
• Fuel surcharges, which change often
• Insurance and special handling for fragile or bulky items

For international shipping, carriers publish rates in US dollars. For example, FedEx Nigeria’s 2026 export guide and its demand surcharge of USD 1.32 per kg to the US from 21 September 2026 are both published on fedex.com.

Avoid courier scams

• Be wary of messages saying a parcel is “held at customs” and asking you to pay into a personal account.
• Pay only through a company’s official website, app or branch.
• Check tracking numbers on the courier’s own website, not through links in messages.
• Never send cash in a parcel.

Frequently asked questions

Related guides

• FedEx shipping rates in Nigeria (2026)
• Express courier parcel services in Nigeria
• Best delivery services in Lagos
• International shipping with Travo
• Track a package with a tracking number

Sources: GIG Logistics, Red Star Express, CourierPlus, NIPOST, Kwik and Sendbox websites; FedEx Nigeria rates and demand surcharge pages. Checked 28 September 2026. Fares and prices change often — confirm before you travel or pay.