Ososo Postal Codes, Akoko-Edo, Edo Nigeria

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

Ososo on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Ososo 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 Ososo

Key Facts

Ososo is a town and the headquarters of Ososo Clan in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria. Located in the northern part of Edo State near the border with Kogi State, Ososo sits within the scenic and hilly terrain of the Akoko-Edo region, approximately 150 kilometers north of Benin City, the state capital. The town is renowned for its unique topography, characterized by massive granite rock formations and hills that rise dramatically from the surrounding landscape, creating a picturesque setting often referred to as the 'Switzerland of Nigeria.' With an estimated population of around 30,000 people, Ososo covers an area of approximately 250 square kilometers and is primarily inhabited by the Ososo people, who speak the Ososo dialect, a variant of the Edoid language group. The town is divided into several quarters, including Oke, Igbatoro, and Sasaro, which together form the main residential and administrative units. Ososo's economy is predominantly agrarian, with farming of crops like yam, cassava, and maize, supplemented by tourism due to attractions such as the Ososo Tourist Centre, which features waterfalls and hiking trails on the rocky hills. As the headquarters of Ososo Clan, it serves as the central point for local governance and community activities in the area. For detailed postal code information and administrative subdivisions within Ososo, visitors can explore the specific quarters and landmarks to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services.

Neighboring Regions

* Enwan

* Makeke

* Ikiran-Ile

* Ogbe

* Aiyetoro