Sokoto City Postal Codes, Sokoto North, Sokoto Nigeria

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

Sokoto City on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Sokoto City 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 Sokoto City

Key Facts

Sokoto City is the capital city of Sokoto State in northwestern Nigeria, serving as both a local government area and the state's administrative center. Located along the Sokoto River in the Sokoto North local government area, this historic city lies approximately 500 kilometers northwest of Abuja, Nigeria's federal capital. With an estimated population of over 500,000 people, Sokoto City covers an area of about 145 square kilometers and stands as the largest urban center in the state. The city is divided into several wards and neighborhoods that form its administrative structure, including areas like Gagi, Arkilla, and Rijiyar Dorowa. As the seat of the Sultan of Sokoto, who serves as the spiritual leader of Nigeria's Muslim community, the city holds significant religious and cultural importance throughout West Africa. Sokoto City's strategic position near the border with Niger Republic has historically made it a crucial trading hub and center for Islamic scholarship. For those seeking to access postal code information for Sokoto City's various neighborhoods and administrative wards, this platform provides comprehensive coverage of the area's addressing system.

Neighboring Regions

* Sokoto South

* Wamakko

* Kware

* Dange-Shuni