What is the postal code for Dutse, Jigawa State?

The postal code for Dutse, Jigawa State is 720001. This is the NIPOST code for Dutse, the capital city of Jigawa State, Nigeria.

How many LGAs does Jigawa State have and what are their postal codes?

Jigawa State has 26 Local Government Areas with unique NIPOST postal codes. The complete list of 26 LGAs and 27 postal districts is available on this page. Each LGA also has its own dedicated postal code page.

Jigawa State
Postal Codes 2026

Q: What is the postal code for Jigawa State?

The main postal code for Jigawa State is 720001 for Dutse (the state capital). Jigawa State uses the 720xxx postal zone series. Each LGA has its own unique 6-digit NIPOST code — see the full list on this page.

Q: What is the zip code for Jigawa State Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The postal code (zip code) for Jigawa State is 720001 for Dutse. All Jigawa postal codes begin with 720.

All NIPOST 6-digit postal codes for Jigawa State — 26 LGAs • 27 districts • Zone code 720xxx

27Total Codes

26LGAs

DutseCapital

North WestZone

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Capital Postal Code

720001

Dutse, Jigawa State

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Postal Codes in Jigawa State (2026)

Jigawa State uses the 720xxx NIPOST postal code zone — capital city Dutse has the code 720001. The state has 26 Local Government Areas with a total of 27 postal districts listed below.

North West Nigeria's postal codes fall in the 7xxxxx–8xxxxx range. Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara, and Jigawa share this zone.

How to Write a Jigawa State Address

[Recipient Name]
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Dutse, Jigawa State 720001
Nigeria

Example uses Dutse (state capital) code. Select your specific LGA code from the list below.

When to Use a Jigawa Postal Code

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BVN & Bank Registration Enter your LGA's postal code when registering bank accounts or BVN at any commercial bank.

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NIN Enrollment NIMC registration forms require your area's 6-digit postal code. Use the code for your specific LGA.

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JAMB & School Applications Use your Jigawa postal code on JAMB UTME and university admission forms.

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Online Shopping & Delivery Enter your postal code when ordering items for delivery anywhere in Jigawa State.

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Sending Mail or Parcels Write the 6-digit code on the last line of the recipient's address before 'Nigeria'.

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Voter Registration (PVC) INEC voter registration forms require your LGA postal code for address verification.

All LGA Postal Codes in Jigawa — Quick Links

Click any LGA below to see its full list of districts and postal codes on a dedicated page.

Auyo 720101 Babura 720201 Birnin Kudu 720301 Birniwa 720401 Buji 720501 Dutse 720001 Gagarawa 720601 Garki 720701 Gumel 721001 Guri 721101 Gwiwa 721201 Hadejia 721301 Jahun 721401 Kafin Hausa 721501 Kaugama 721601 Kazaure 721701 Kiri Kasamma 721801 Kiyawa 721901 Maigatari 722001 Malam Madori 722101 Miga 722201 Ringim 722301 Roni 722401 Sule-Tankarkar 722501 Taura 722601 Yankwashi 722701

Auyo LGA 1 code

720101 Full page →

Auyo 720101

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Babura LGA 1 code

720201 Full page →

Babura 720201

Showing all 1 district in Babura View full page →

Birnin Kudu LGA 1 code

720301 Full page →

Birnin Kudu 720301

Showing all 1 district in Birnin Kudu View full page →

Birniwa LGA 1 code

720401 Full page →

Birniwa 720401

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Buji LGA 1 code

720501 Full page →

Buji 720501

Showing all 1 district in Buji View full page →

Dutse LGA 2 codes

720001 Full page →

Dutse 720001

Waziri / Tsohuwar Kasuwa 720001

Showing all 2 districts in Dutse View full page →

Gagarawa LGA 1 code

720601 Full page →

Gagarawa 720601

Showing all 1 district in Gagarawa View full page →

Garki LGA 1 code

720701 Full page →

Garki 720701

Showing all 1 district in Garki View full page →

Gumel LGA 1 code

721001 Full page →

Gumel 721001

Showing all 1 district in Gumel View full page →

Guri LGA 1 code

721101 Full page →

Guri 721101

Showing all 1 district in Guri View full page →

Gwiwa LGA 1 code

721201 Full page →

Gwiwa 721201

Showing all 1 district in Gwiwa View full page →

Hadejia LGA 1 code

721301 Full page →

Hadejia 721301

Showing all 1 district in Hadejia View full page →

Jahun LGA 1 code

721401 Full page →

Jahun 721401

Showing all 1 district in Jahun View full page →

Kafin Hausa LGA 1 code

721501 Full page →

Kafin Hausa 721501

Showing all 1 district in Kafin Hausa View full page →

Kaugama LGA 1 code

721601 Full page →

Kaugama 721601

Showing all 1 district in Kaugama View full page →

Kazaure LGA 1 code

721701 Full page →

Kazaure 721701

Showing all 1 district in Kazaure View full page →

Kiri Kasamma LGA 1 code

721801 Full page →

Kiri Kasamma 721801

Showing all 1 district in Kiri Kasamma View full page →

Kiyawa LGA 1 code

721901 Full page →

Kiyawa 721901

Showing all 1 district in Kiyawa View full page →

Maigatari LGA 1 code

722001 Full page →

Maigatari 722001

Showing all 1 district in Maigatari View full page →

Malam Madori LGA 1 code

722101 Full page →

Malam Madori 722101

Showing all 1 district in Malam Madori View full page →

Miga LGA 1 code

722201 Full page →

Miga 722201

Showing all 1 district in Miga View full page →

Ringim LGA 1 code

722301 Full page →

Ringim 722301

Showing all 1 district in Ringim View full page →

Roni LGA 1 code

722401 Full page →

Roni 722401

Showing all 1 district in Roni View full page →

Sule-Tankarkar LGA 1 code

722501 Full page →

Sule-Tankarkar 722501

Showing all 1 district in Sule-Tankarkar View full page →

Taura LGA 1 code

722601 Full page →

Taura 722601

Showing all 1 district in Taura View full page →

Yankwashi LGA 1 code

722701 Full page →

Yankwashi 722701

Showing all 1 district in Yankwashi View full page →

Frequently Asked Questions — Jigawa Postal Codes

What is the postal code for Jigawa State?

Jigawa State uses the 720xxx postal zone. The main postal code for Dutse (the state capital) is 720001. Other LGAs have their own unique 6-digit NIPOST codes — see the full list above.

What is the postal code for Dutse, Jigawa?

The postal code for Dutse, Jigawa State is 720001. This is the NIPOST code for the capital city. For other LGAs and districts, expand the relevant section above or click the LGA's "Full page" link.

What is the zip code for Jigawa State, Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes, but they serve the same purpose. The postal code (zip code) for Jigawa State is 720001 for Dutse. All Jigawa postal codes begin with 720.

How many LGAs does Jigawa State have?

Jigawa State has 26 Local Government Areas, each with its own set of NIPOST postal codes. This page lists all 26 LGAs with a total of 27 postal districts.

How do I use a Jigawa postal code on a form?

Find your specific LGA from the list above, then copy the 6-digit code for your district. Enter this code in any field asking for postal code, ZIP code, or NIPOST code. If your form only allows one code for the entire state, use 720001 (Dutse).

Who issues postal codes in Nigeria?

Postal codes in Nigeria are issued by NIPOST — the Nigerian Postal Service. Nigerian postal codes are 6-digit numbers. The first digit identifies the postal region. Jigawa State falls in the North West zone, using the 720xxx code series.

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Jigawa StatePostal Codes 2026