Yenagoa Postal Codes, Bayelsa Nigeria

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Yenagoa, located in Bayelsa, Nigeria. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Yenagoa to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Cities in Yenagoa

Yenagoa on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Yenagoa local government areas in Nigeria. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Yenagoa

Key Facts

Yenagoa is the capital city of Bayelsa State in southern Nigeria, serving as the administrative and political center of the state. Located in the heart of the Niger Delta region, Yenagoa sits approximately 60 kilometers inland from the Atlantic Ocean and is positioned along the banks of the Ekole Creek, which flows into the Nun River. The city covers an area of about 706 square kilometers and has a population estimated at over 350,000 people according to recent projections. Yenagoa is divided into several wards and neighborhoods, including the Government Reservation Area (GRA), Kpansia, Biogbolo, Ekeki, and Amarata, which form the main urban centers of the city. As the state capital, Yenagoa hosts important government institutions such as the Bayelsa State Government House, State Assembly, and various ministries. The city's economy is primarily driven by government administration, though it also serves as a commercial hub for the surrounding oil-producing communities. For those seeking to access postal services or locate specific addresses within Yenagoa, comprehensive postal code information is available for all its constituent wards and neighborhoods.

Neighboring Regions

* Kolokuma/Opokuma

* Southern Ijaw

* Ogbia