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Example Address in Nigeria

Learn how to correctly format an address in Nigeria, with real examples to guide you.

What is a Nigerian Address?

A standard Nigerian address typically includes the recipient's name, street address, area or neighborhood, city, state, and postal code. Here's an overview of the key components:

  • Recipient Name: The name of the person or business receiving the mail.
  • Street Address: The building number and the name of the street or road.
  • Area/Neighborhood: The local area or neighborhood within the city.
  • City: The city where the address is located.
  • State: The state where the address is located.
  • Postal Code: A six-digit code representing the specific area.

Real Nigerian Address Examples

Below are examples of correctly formatted real Nigerian addresses, including business and residential addresses:

National Theatre

1, Iganmu Road
Iganmu, Lagos
Lagos State, 101212
Nigeria

University of Lagos

Akoka Road
Yaba, Lagos
Lagos State, 101017
Nigeria

Aso Rock

Presidential Villa
Asokoro, Abuja
FCT, 900231
Nigeria

Kano Central Mosque

Emir's Palace Road
Kofar Mata, Kano
Kano State, 700213
Nigeria

Zuma Rock

Kaduna-Abuja Road
Suleja, Niger State
911101
Nigeria

Obafemi Awolowo University

Ile-Ife
Osun State, 220282
Nigeria

Lagos Island General Hospital

Broad Street
Lagos Island, Lagos
Lagos State, 101223
Nigeria

Oba's Palace, Benin City

Kings Square
Benin City, Edo State
300223
Nigeria

Calabar Marina Resort

Marina Road
Calabar, Cross River State
540231
Nigeria

Example Postal Codes in Nigeria

Here are some sample postal codes in Nigeria, along with the cities and regions they belong to:

Common Address Mistakes

When formatting a Nigerian address, avoid these common mistakes:

  • Omitting the postal code or using an incorrect one.
  • Forgetting to include the area or neighborhood within the city.
  • Incorrectly ordering the address components, such as placing the state before the city.

For more detailed guidance on formatting Nigerian addresses, or to verify an address, consider using a postal verification tool or refer to NIPOST's official guidelines.