Akure Postal Codes, Akure North, Ondo Nigeria

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

Akure on the Map

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

What to Know About Akure

Key Facts

Akure is the capital city of Ondo State in southwestern Nigeria, serving as both a local government area and the administrative center for the region. Located within Akure North Local Government Area, this urban center sits approximately 700 feet above sea level in the tropical rainforest zone of Nigeria, positioned about 300 kilometers northeast of Lagos, the country's commercial hub. With an estimated population of over 600,000 people as of recent census data, Akure spans an area of approximately 991 square kilometers and serves as a major economic and cultural hub for the Yoruba people who predominantly inhabit the region. The city is divided into numerous wards and districts that facilitate local governance and administration. As the capital of Ondo State, Akure hosts important government institutions, including the state government house, judiciary buildings, and various ministerial departments. The city's strategic location along major transportation routes connecting northern and southern Nigeria has contributed to its growth as a commercial center for agricultural products, particularly cocoa, which is extensively cultivated in the surrounding rural areas. Visitors to this website can access comprehensive postal code information for Akure's various districts and neighborhoods to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services throughout the city.

Neighboring Regions

* Akure South

* Ifedore

* Idanre

* Owo