ALL POSTAL CODES IN NIGERIA!

What is a Postal Code?

A postal code (also called ZIP code) is a numeric code used to identify specific areas or towns in Nigeria for easier mail sorting and delivery. Every location in Nigeria has a unique postal code assigned by NIPOST.

Need to find yours? Use the search bar to get the correct postal code for any Nigerian location.

NORTH CENTRAL

NORTH WEST

  • Kano
  • Kaduna
  • Zamfara
  • Kebbi
  • Katsina
  • Jigawa
  • Sokoto

NORTH EAST

  • Adamawa
  • Gombe
  • Borno
  • Taraba
  • Bauchi
  • Yobe

SOUTH EAST

  • Anambra
  • Imo
  • Abia
  • Ebonyi
  • Enugu

SOUTH SOUTH

  • Delta
  • Rivers
  • Akwa Ibom
  • Cross River
  • Bayelsa
  • Edo

SOUTH WEST

  • Lagos
  • Oyo
  • Ogun
  • Osun
  • Ondo
  • Ekiti

Fun Postal Code Facts in Nigeria

1. NIPOST created Nigeria’s postal codes in 1982
The Nigerian Postal Service introduced postal codes to organize and speed up mail delivery nationwide.

2. Nigeria has over 2,000 unique postal codes
Each code identifies a specific location — from states to local governments and even individual streets.

3. Lagos alone has more than 20 postal zones
Areas like Ikeja, Lekki, Ajah, and Surulere all have different postal codes.

4. Streets in big cities can have different codes
For example, two streets in the same area may have different codes based on mail distribution zones.

5. You can search your postal code by state, LGA, or street
Thanks to online tools (like your website!), it’s easier than ever to find the right code.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is postal code the same as ZIP code?

Yes. ZIP code is the American term for postal code, and they mean the same thing.

2. How do I find the postal code for my area?

Use the search bar above or select your state to find the postal code for your town or street.

3. Do streets have different postal codes?

Yes! In major cities like Lagos or Abuja, even individual streets or districts can have unique codes.