Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria, comprises six Area Councils:
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Abaji
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Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC)
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Bwari
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Gwagwalada
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Kuje
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Kwali
Each Area Council and its respective districts have unique 6-digit postal codes assigned by the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST). These codes are crucial for efficient mail sorting, delivery, and location identification.
Abuja Area Councils and Their Postal Codes
1. Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC)
| District | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Central Business District | 900211 |
| Asokoro | 900231 |
| Garki Area 1 | 900241 |
| Garki Area 2 | 900242 |
| Garki Area 3 | 900243 |
| Garki Area 7 | 900244 |
| Garki Area 8 | 900245 |
| Gwarinpa | 900108 |
| Maitama | 900271 |
| Wuse Zone 1 | 900281 |
| Wuse Zone 2 | 900282 |
| Wuse Zone 3 | 900283 |
| Wuse Zone 4 | 900284 |
| Wuse Zone 5 | 900285 |
| Wuse Zone 6 | 900286 |
| Wuse Zone 7 | 900287 |
| Wuse II | 900299 |
| Nyanya | 900103 |
| Karu | 900110 |
| Kabusa | 900107 |
| Gwagwa | 900106 |
| Gui | 900105 |
| Orozo | 900109 |
| Jiwa | 900102 |
2. Bwari Area Council
| District | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Bwari | 901101 |
| Kubwa | 901101 |
3. Gwagwalada Area Council
| District | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Gwagwalada | 902101 |
| University of Abuja | 902101 |
4. Kuje Area Council
| District | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Kuje | 903101 |
| Rubochi | 903102 |
5. Kwali Area Council
| District | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Kwali | 904105 |
| Dafa | 904102 |
| Pai | 904101 |
| Yangoji | 904103 |
| Kilankwa | 904104 |
| Yebu | 904106 |
| Wako | 904109 |
| Gumbo | 904107 |
| Ashara | 904108 |
6. Abaji Area Council
| District | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Abaji | 905101 |
| Yaba | 905102 |
Major Post Office Addresses in Abuja
| Post Office | Address | Area Council |
|---|---|---|
| NIPOST Headquarters | Plot 1279 Muhammadu Buhari Way, Garki 900001 | AMAC |
| Wuse Head Office | Maputo Street, Zone 3, Wuse | AMAC |
| Area 10 General Post Office | Opposite UTC, Garki, Abuja 900103 | AMAC |
| Gwagwalada Post Office | University of Abuja, Gwagwalada | Gwagwalada |
| Kubwa Post Office | Kubwa, Abuja | Bwari |
| Kuje Post Office | Kuje Town | Kuje |
| Kwali Post Office | Kwali Town | Kwali |
| Abaji Post Office | Abaji Town | Abaji |
Why Using the Correct Postal Code Matters
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Efficient Mail Delivery: Ensures your mail and packages reach the correct destination promptly.
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Accurate Address Verification: Essential for online forms, banking, and official documentation.
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Improved Logistics: Facilitates smoother operations for courier and delivery services.
Conclusion
Understanding and using the correct postal codes for Abuja's various districts and Area Councils is vital for efficient mail delivery and accurate address identification. Whether you're residing in the bustling Central Business District or the serene environs of Kwali, this guide provides the necessary information to ensure your correspondence and packages are correctly addressed.
