Lagos State Postal Codes | Complete LGA & Area Directory

Lagos State postal codes are issued by NIPOST to identify locations across the state’s local government areas (LGA’s), districts, and neighborhoods. Whether you are sending mail, filling official forms, or verifying an address, this page provides a complete and reliable directory of Lagos State postal codes.

The Structure Of Lagos State Postal Code

Lagos postal codes typically consist of six digits, with the first three digits representing the broader postal zone and the last three digits identifying the specific delivery area or post office.

Each LGA in Lagos State has its own range of postal codes, which are further divided by towns, streets, and districts.

Lagos State Local Government Areas

Below is a complete list of LGAs in Lagos State. Click any LGA to view its detailed postal codes by area and district.

Agege LGA

  • Agege
  • Dopemu
  • Orile-Agege
  • Oko-Oba
  • Papa Ashafa
  • Pen Cinema

Ajeromi-Ifelodun LGA

  • Ajegunle
  • Amukoko
  • Layeni
  • Tolu
  • Olodi
  • Wilmer

Alimosho LGA

Amuwo-Odofin LGA

Apapa LGA

  • Apapa GRA
  • Wharf
  • Marine Beach
  • Liverpool

Badagry LGA

  • Badagry Town
  • Ajara
  • Topo
  • Oko-Afo
  • Ibereko

Epe LGA

  • Epe Town
  • Poka
  • Ilara
  • Odo-Egiri
  • Mojoda

Eti-Osa LGA

Ibeju-Lekki LGA

  • Ibeju
  • Eleko
  • Akodo
  • Lakowe
  • Orimedu
  • Bogije

Ifako-Ijaiye LGA

  • Ifako
  • Ijaiye
  • Ojodu
  • Iju
  • Fagba

Ikeja LGA

Ikorodu LGA Learn more

Kosofe LGA

Lagos Island LGA

Lagos Mainland LGA

Mushin LGA

  • Mushin
  • Idi-Araba
  • Odi-Olowo
  • Ilasamaja (part)

Ojo LGA

  • Ojo Town
  • Iba
  • Oto-Awori
  • Alaba
  • Okokomaiko

Oshodi-Isolo LGA

Somolu LGA

  • Somolu
  • Bariga
  • Akoka
  • Bajulaiye

Surulere LGA

  • Surulere
  • Itire
  • Coker
  • Aguda
  • Iganmu
  • Iponri
  • Bode Thomas

How to Find the Correct Lagos Postal Code

  1. Identify the LGA where the address is located
  2. Select the town or district
  3. Use the listed postal code for official and mailing purposes

If unsure, always choose the postal code linked to the nearest post office.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the postal code for Lagos State?

  • Lagos State does not have a single postal code. Each LGA, district, and post office has a unique six-digit postal code.

Is Lagos postal code the same as ZIP code?

  • No. ZIP codes are used in the United States, while Nigeria uses postal codes issued by NIPOST.

How many postal codes are in Lagos State?

  • Lagos State has hundreds of postal codes covering all LGAs, towns, and neighborhoods.