Dikwa Postal Codes, Dikwa, Borno Nigeria

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

Dikwa on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Dikwa 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 Dikwa

Key Facts

Dikwa is a Local Government Area located in Borno State, northeastern Nigeria, positioned approximately 50 kilometers northeast of the state capital Maiduguri. Situated within the semi-arid Sahel region, Dikwa occupies a strategic location near the border with Cameroon and lies within the vast Chad Basin, characterized by flat plains and seasonal wetlands. The area covers approximately 1,536 square kilometers and, according to recent estimates, has a population of around 150,000 people, primarily from the Kanuri ethnic group with significant populations of Shuwa Arabs and other communities. Dikwa Local Government Area is administratively divided into 10 electoral wards, including Dikwa Central, Ngudoram, and Muli, which serve as the primary sub-regional units for governance and service delivery. Historically significant as the capital of the Dikwa Emirate and later as a colonial administrative center, the area has faced substantial challenges in recent years due to security concerns in the region. For those seeking to access detailed postal code information and administrative data for Dikwa's various wards and communities, comprehensive resources are available through official Nigerian postal services and local government offices.

Neighboring Regions

* Mafa

* Konduga

* Bama

* Ngala

* Kala-Balge