This directory contains verified postal codes for towns, districts, and Local Government Areas across Borno State. The postcode listing is designed to help residents, businesses, and individuals easily locate the correct NIPOST code for mailing, parcel delivery, and address verification within the state.
Although some people refer to them as ZIP codes, the officially recognized term in Nigeria is postal code or postcode.
Overview
- State: Borno State
- Capital: Maiduguri
- Country: Nigeria
- Region: North East Nigeria
- Postal System: NIPOST
About Borno State
Borno state is one of the largest states in Northern Nigeria, known for its historical significance, trade activities, agriculture, and cultural heritage. The state shares international borders with neighboring countries around the Lake Chad region, making it strategically important for commerce and regional movement. Maiduguri, the state capital, serves as the major commercial and administrative center with several institutions, markets, and transport routes connecting different parts of the state.
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Complete List of Borno State Postal Codes
The postal codes below are grouped according to Local Government Areas and important towns for easier identification.
Abadam LGA
- Abadam — 602103
Askira Uba LGA
- Askira — 601103
- Uba — 601104
- Lassa — 601107
Bama LGA
- Bama — 610101
- Gulumba — 610102
- Dar El Jamal — 610107
- Soye — 610108
- Ya Biri — 610109
- Amchaka — 610110
- Woloji — 610103
Bayo LGA
- Briyel — 602104
Biu LGA
- Biu Central — 603101
- Biu East — 603108
- Dadin Kowa — 603109
- Miringa — 603102
Chibok LGA
- Chibok — 601102
Damboa LGA
- Damboa — 601101
- Ajigin — 601106
Dikwa LGA
- Dikwa — 611101
- Gumsu — 611106
Guzamala LGA
- Guzamala — 612104
Gubio LGA
- Gubio — 602102
Gwoza LGA
- Gwoza — 610106
Hawul LGA
- Sakwa — 603105
- Kwajjafa — 603106
- Kwaya Bura — 603112
Kaga LGA
- Kaga — 601105
Jere LGA
- Jere — 600104
Kala Balge LGA
- Rann — 611103
Konduga LGA
- Konduga — 610104
- Auno — 610111
Kukawa LGA
- Kanembu — 612102
Kwaya Kusar LGA
- Kwaya — 603103
Mafa LGA
- Mafa — 611104
Magumeri LGA
- Magumeri — 602104
Marte LGA
- Marte — 611105
Mobbar LGA
- Mobbar — 602101
Monguno LGA
- Monguno — 612101
Ngala LGA
- Ngala — 611102
Nganzai LGA
- Nganza — 612103
Shani LGA
- Shani — 603107
- Kubo — 603110
- Lakundum — 603111
Maiduguri Postal Codes
- Post Office — 600211
- Shehu’s Palace — 600212
- Mafoni — 600213
- Maiduguri Flour Mills — 600214
- State Low Cost — 600215
- Bulabulin — 600221
- Gamboru — 600222
- College of Agric — 600223
- Mairi — 600230
- Old GRA — 600231
- New GRA — 600233
- Gwange — 600235
- Nursing Home — 600241
- GRA Police Station — 600242
- NIPOST Headquarters — 600243
- Molai GRA — 600244
- Police College — 600251
- Damboa Road — 600252
- Moduganari — 600253
- Stadium Area — 600271
- Pompomari Industrial — 600272
- Coca-Cola Factory — 600273
- Bolori — 600281
- Pompomari Estate — 600282
- Tandari — 610212
- Bulabulin — 610213
- Kangel — 610221
- Gwange — 610222
- Borno State Hotel — 610223
- Yerimari — 610231
- Low Cost Housing Estate — 610233
- Ajari — 610241
- Hausari — 610242
- Cattle Market — 610254
Biu Postal Codes
- Zaradiza — 603211
- Bdugja — 603212
- Mbula Mill — 603221
- Zarawuyaku — 603231
- Waka — 603232
- Mandara Abdul I & II — 603241
- Garwashina — 603242
- Galdimari — 603251
- Birmajugwal — 603252
- Tabra — 603253
Bama Postal Codes
- Kasugula — 610211
- Tandari — 610212
- Bulabukun — 610213
- Kangeleri — 610221
- Makintara — 610222
- Kidari — 610223
- Yerimari — 610231
- Kaigamari — 610232
- Ajari — 610241
- Zannari — 610242
- Abuja — 610251
Standard Borno State Postal Address Format
When writing an address in Borno State, use this simple structure:
Recipient Name
House Number & Street
Area or District
Town/LGA, Borno State
Postal Code
Nigeria
Example
Ibrahim Musa
15 Shehu Road
Gwange Area
Maiduguri, Borno State
600235
Nigeria
Nearby States and Their Postal Codes
- Yobe State
- Adamawa State
- Gombe State
FAQs
What is the main postal code for Borno State?
Borno State does not have a single postal code for all locations. Different towns and districts use separate NIPOST postcodes. However, Maiduguri GPO commonly uses 600001.
Are these Borno postal codes correct?
Yes. The postal codes listed here are compiled from official NIPOST postcode allocations and organized according to LGAs and towns.
Why can’t I find my exact area?
Some smaller settlements may share postal codes with nearby towns or district headquarters. Checking the nearest major town or LGA usually helps in locating the correct postcode.