Kwara State Postal Codes & Zip Codes: 2026 Official Directory
Kwara State is the strategic bridge between Northern and Southern Nigeria. Whether you are acquiring land in the Ilorin Smart City expansion, setting up a tech startup near the Innovation Hub, or investing in student housing near UNILORIN or KWASU, having the correct 6-digit postal code is essential for KW-GIS compliance, banking KYC, and e-commerce.
In 2026, as the state government completes 264km of new road networks, accurate address data has become the primary requirement for property valuation and the state's new "Technology-Driven Revenue System."
1. Kwara State Postal Code Structure
Kwara uses the 240xxx and 250xxx regional prefixes.
The First Digit (2): Identifies the North-Central postal zone.
The Second & Third Digits (40/50): Represent the primary dispatch districts for Ilorin and the southern Ekiti/Irepodun axis.
The Last Three Digits: Pinpoint the specific Local Government Area (LGA) or urban ward.
2. Official Kwara State Postal Codes by LGA (2026)
Kwara consists of 16 Local Government Areas. Below are the verified codes for the state’s key administrative and economic zones.
| LGA / Major Town | Postal Code | Key Business/Residential Hubs |
|---|---|---|
| Ilorin (Capital City) | 240211 - 240281 | GRA, Adewole Estate, Tanke (UNILORIN Axis), Taiwo Road |
| Offa | 250101 | Offa Poly Axis, Owode Market, GRA |
| Ilorin South | 240252 | Fate, Gaa-Akanbi, University Road |
| Ilorin East | 240243 | Oke-Oyi, Kwara Poly Area, Gambari |
| Omu-Aran (Irepodun) | 251101 | Landmark University Axis, Town Center |
| Moro (Bode Saadu) | 241103 | Industrial Layout, Shao, Jebba Road |
| Asa (Afon) | 240104 | Airport Area, Eyenkorin |
| Edu (Lafiagi) | 243101 | Sugar Company Axis, Bacita |
3. Real Estate Hotspots & Investment Trends 2026
Kwara's 2026 market is driven by the Ilorin Smart City vision and the Innovation Hub ecosystem.
The Tanke-UNILORIN Corridor (240252)
This remains the most liquid rental market in the state. In 2026, demand is shifting toward serviced apartments for young professionals working in the city's new $20m tech economy. Capital appreciation in Tanke and Oke-Odo has outperformed the national average due to consistent infrastructure upgrades.
Ilorin East: Oke-Oyi & Ilorin Smart City (240243)
This is the new frontier for luxury and gated estates. With the completion of several road projects in the 2025/2026 fiscal cycle, Oke-Oyi is attracting diaspora investors looking for larger plots for "Executive Villas" away from the city's central noise.
The Industrial Move: Moro & Asa (241103)
With the state's focus on Shea Butter Factories and the Shonga ICT Complex, the Moro and Asa axes are seeing significant industrial land acquisition. Investors in 2026 are securing plots along the Sobi-Shao Expressway for warehousing and logistics.
4. FAQ: Kwara State Zip Codes
Q: What is the postal code for Ilorin? A: Ilorin is split into three LGAs. The General Post Office (GPO) uses 240001, while the residential GRA and Adewole areas typically fall within the 240211 - 240281 range.
Q: Is a postal code required for KW-GIS land registration? A: Yes. In 2026, the Kwara State Geographic Information Service (KW-GIS) requires the 6-digit NIPOST code to link your property to the new digital archive and ensure accurate tax assessment.
Q: Does Kwara have a single Zip Code? A: No. Like all Nigerian states, Kwara uses a 6-digit system where the first three digits (240 or 250) indicate the district, and the last three indicate the specific area or LGA.
