Mokwa Local Government Area (LGA), with its headquarters in Mokwa Town, is part of the Niger South Senatorial District in Niger State. Created in 1991, Mokwa covers an area of 3,800 square kilometers. The population stands at about 242,858 (2006 census), with projections for 2022 estimating 416,600.
Mokwa's economy thrives on agriculture, particularly the cultivation of yam, maize, and cassava. It is also home to several farming communities known for producing traditional crops.
Mokwa’s postal code is 913104, and its geo-coordinates are 9.2833° N latitude and 5.0500° E longitude.