State the functions of: | (a) NIPOST (b) NITEL

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(a) Functions of NIPOST (Nigerian Postal Service)

1. It receives, sorts, handles and delivers letters, parcels and other postal items within and outside the country.
2. It ensures that postal items reach their destinations safely, intact and on time.
3. It provides post office box and private mail bag services for individuals and organisations.
4. It provides registered mail, express mail and courier services for important and valuable items.
5. It sells postage stamps and provides postal orders and money order services.
6. It provides post restante services for travellers and tourists who have no permanent postal address.

(b) Functions of NITEL (Nigerian Telecommunications Limited)

1. It provides telephone services for local, national and international communication.
2. It enables members of the public to send urgent written messages through telegram services.
3. It provides telex facilities for sending printed messages from one place or country to another.
4. It provides facsimile (fax) services for transmitting documents and written messages quickly.
5. It provides maritime mobile communication services, especially for ships and emergency situations.
6. It provides telecommunication links for live broadcasts and telecasts, such as football matches and other events.