Yobe Postal Codes, Nigeria

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

Local Government Areas in Yobe

Yobe on the Map

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

What to Know About Yobe

Key Facts

Yobe is a state located in northeastern Nigeria, bordering the Republic of Niger to the north. It occupies a strategic position in the country's arid Sahel region and serves as an important administrative and economic hub for northeastern Nigeria. Covering approximately 45,502 square kilometers, Yobe is one of Nigeria's larger states by land area and has a population of around 3.3 million people according to recent estimates. The state is administratively divided into 17 local government areas, including Damaturu (the state capital), Potiskum, Gashua, and Geidam, each with distinct cultural and economic characteristics. Yobe's landscape is predominantly characterized by the semi-arid Sudan Savanna vegetation, with the Komadugu Yobe River being the major watercourse that supports agricultural activities in the region. The state's economy relies heavily on agriculture, particularly livestock rearing and the cultivation of crops like millet, sorghum, and cowpeas, adapted to the dry climate. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data, comprehensive resources are available for all of Yobe's 17 local government areas and their constituent communities.

Neighboring Regions

* Borno

* Gombe

* Bauchi

* Jigawa