Shagari Postal Codes, Sokoto Nigeria

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

Areas in Shagari

Shagari on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Shagari 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 Shagari

Key Facts

Shagari is a Local Government Area located in the northwestern part of Sokoto State, Nigeria. Situated within the Sokoto River basin, this administrative region lies approximately 40 kilometers southeast of Sokoto city, the state capital, and forms part of the broader Sudan Savanna ecological zone characterized by its semi-arid climate and seasonal rainfall patterns. Covering an area of approximately 1,215 square kilometers, Shagari LGA serves as an important agricultural hub within the state, with farming and livestock rearing constituting the primary economic activities for its estimated population of around 200,000 residents. The local government area is administratively divided into 11 electoral wards, each representing distinct communities within the region. Named after Nigeria's first executive president, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, who hailed from the area, this LGA maintains significant historical and cultural importance in Nigerian political history. For residents and businesses seeking to navigate this region efficiently, accessing accurate postal code information for Shagari's various communities and electoral wards is essential for effective communication and service delivery across the local government area.

Neighboring Regions

* Bodinga

* Tambuwal

* Yabo

* Sokoto North

* Sokoto South