Edati Local Government Area (LGA) with headquarters in Bida, is situated within the Niger East Senatorial District. It was created in 1991. The LGA covers a land area of 1,048 square kilometers, and its population is around 159,818 (2006 census), with a projected population of 274,100 by 2022.
The economy is largely agrarian, with key crops such as millet, maize, and yam. Edati is known for its agricultural markets and traditional festivals.
The postal code for Edati is 913107, and the geo-coordinates are 9.0300° N latitude and 5.3900° E longitude