{
  "id": 11385045,
  "title": "Nigerians report mixed results as new digital postcodes go live",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/nigerians-report-mixed-results-as-new-digital-postcodes-go-live",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-02T07:32:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Nairametrics",
    "slug": "nairametrics",
    "url": "https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/02/nigerians-report-mixed-results-as-new-digital-postcodes-go-live/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerians have begun testing the new National Digital Alphanumeric Postcode System, launched by the Federal Government on October 1, through the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST). This system provides each addressable building or location with an 11-character alphanumeric postcode using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology.\n\nEarly testers have reported mixed results. Some, like business strategist Bolaji Fesomade (@MasterBolaji), found the system accurately identified their location after entering their street. Others, such as PhD student Asiwaju Oladimeji (@AsiwajuOladimej), found the process straightforward. Pastor Noah Sulaimon (@PastorSulaimon) and doctor Dr. Calafiori (@fimiletoks) also confirmed their postcodes matched their locations.\n\nHowever, not all experiences were positive. Bishop Adamu-Chitumu (@BishopOneMagic) reported his postcode was the same as a neighboring house's, while David Stephen (@davestrokes) claimed his actual house didn't appear when searching for his postcode. User Only Good News (@Paytriort) reported the system didn't return a postcode for his location in Oyo.\n\nIn response, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy Dr. Bosun Tijani (@DrBosunTijani) advised users to ensure location services are enabled on their phones. NIPOST's guidance suggests allowing location access when searching for a postcode and using the National Digital Postcode website or app to find the postcode by selecting the building on the map. Users should confirm they've selected the correct building, as neighboring buildings can have different building-level postcodes.\n\nThe new postcode is unique to a specific addressable building and its location. NIPOST allows users to report and correct any errors linked to a postcode, including address, structure type, building use, ownership, and photographs. Corrections can be submitted through the app and reviewed within 48 hours.",
  "summary": "Nigerians have started finding and sharing their new digital postcodes following the launch of the Federal Government’s National Digital Alphanumeric Postcode System, with early users reporting both accurate locations and problems identifying their buildings. The post Nigerians report mixed results as new digital postcodes go live appeared first on Nairametrics .",
  "key_points": [
    "Nigerian government launched National Digital Alphanumeric Postcode System on October 1",
    "Early testers report mixed results, some accurate, others inaccurate postcodes",
    "Minister advises enabling location services and using official channels to correct errors"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}