Central Area Postal Codes (AMAC, Abuja FCT, Nigeria)

Looking for Central Area postal codes (ZIP codes) in the Federal Capital Territory? This guide contains the postal codes for Abuja’s Central Area, the administrative and commercial heart of Nigeria’s capital city.

The Central Area comprises the core districts of Abuja within the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) of the Federal Capital Territory. It includes the main government, commercial, and administrative centres, each with specific postal codes for precise mail delivery.

Quick Details

Country: Nigeria
State (Region): Abuja (FCT)
LGA/Area Council: Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC)
Area: Central Area
Districts: Central Business District, Three Arms Zone

Central Area Postal Codes List

The Central Area contains two major districts with distinct postal codes:

District / Area	Postal Code
Central Business District (CBD)	900211
Three Arms Zone	900221

District Breakdown

Central Business District (Postal Code: 900211)

The commercial heart of Abuja, featuring:

Major corporate headquarters
Financial institutions
Commercial centers
Key transportation routes, including Muhammadu Buhari Way and Shehu Shagari Way

Three Arms Zone (Postal Code: 900221)

The seat of Nigeria’s federal government, housing:

Presidential Complex
National Assembly
Supreme Court
Critical government institutions

1.

What is the difference between the Central Business District and Three Arms Zone postal codes?

The Central Business District uses 900211 for commercial and business addresses, while the Three Arms Zone uses 900221 for government institutions and the seat of federal power.

2.

Why do these areas have different postal codes?

These districts have distinct postal codes to facilitate precise mail delivery given their different functions - commercial/business vs. government/administrative.

3.

Where is the Central Area located?

The Central Area is located within the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) of the Federal Capital Territory. It represents the core administrative and commercial center of Nigeria's capital city, housing the nation's most important government institutions and business headquarters.

4.

Which postal code should I use for government offices?

Use 900221 for addresses in the Three Arms Zone where major government institutions are located, and 900211 for commercial government offices in the Central Business District.