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Ikiodiete George
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Official List Of All Yobe State Postal Codes + Post Office Locations
If you're searching for the correct postal code for your town, street, or village in Yobe State, this guide is for you. Whether you're filling out an online form, expecting a package, or applying for a service, having the right ZIP codeensures your information gets processed correctly.
Yobe State, located in northeastern Nigeria, has 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs), and each one is assigned unique postal codes by NIPOST. Let’s take a look at the complete list by area and post office address.
Yobe State Postal Codes by Local Government Area (LGA)
| LGA | Districts / Towns | Postal Code |
|---|---|---|
| Bade | Gashua, Katuzu, Lawan Musa, Kumaganam | 620101 |
| Bursari | Dapchi, Bayamari, Jajimaji, Yunusari | 620102 |
| Damaturu | Damaturu, Fune Road, Jerusalem area | 620001 |
| Fika | Fika Town, Gadaka, Jajere | 622101 |
| Fune | Potiskum North, Damagum, Ngelzarma | 622102 |
| Geidam | Geidam Town, Gumsa, Kanamma | 620103 |
| Gujba | Buni Yadi, Mutai, Garin Gada | 621102 |
| Gulani | Bara, Bularafa, Njibulwa | 621101 |
| Jakusko | Jakusko, Katamma, Dumbari | 620104 |
| Karasuwa | Karasuwa, Bukarti, Wacha | 620105 |
| Machina | Machina, Kaska, Bagu | 620106 |
| Nangere | Sabon Gari, Tikau, Dawasa | 622103 |
| Nguru | Nguru Town, Jaji Maji, Bulabulin | 620107 |
| Potiskum | Potiskum Town, Nayi-Nawa, Mamudo | 621101 |
| Tarmuwa | Babangida, Muriya, Koriyel | 621103 |
| Yunusari | Kanamma, Kukuwa, Bultuwa | 620108 |
| Yusufari | Yusufari, Kumaganam, Gasma | 620109 |
Major Post Office Locations in Yobe State
| Post Office | Address / Location |
|---|---|
| Damaturu GPO | Off Gujba Road, Damaturu City |
| Potiskum Post Office | Main Market Area, Potiskum |
| Gashua Post Office | Gashua Town Centre, Bade LGA |
| Nguru Post Office | Nguru LGA HQ, near Central Mosque |
| Geidam Post Office | Near Geidam Local Govt Secretariat |
| Buni Yadi Post Office | Close to Gujba LGA Council Office |
| Gadaka Post Office | Fika LGA, Gadaka Town |
| Dapchi Post Office | Bursari LGA, Dapchi Road |
Sample of a Proper Postal Address Format
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the main postal code for Damaturu, the state capital?
The general postal code for Damaturu is 620001, but districts within the capital may vary slightly.
Q2: Can I use one postal code across Yobe State?
No. Each LGA, district, and town has its own unique postal code. Always confirm before using it.
Q3: Where is the main post office in Yobe located?
The Damaturu General Post Office (GPO) is the main post office, located off Gujba Road in the state capital.
Conclusion
Whether you’re applying for a job, expecting a parcel, or just want to provide accurate contact details, this guide has helped you understand the correct postal codes for all areas in Yobe State. Each town, district, or LGA has a unique code — and knowing the right one ensures fast and accurate delivery.
