Wase Local Government Area, headquartered in Wase Town, falls within the Plateau South Senatorial District. Created in 1976, it spans about 1,772 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 161,714 (2006 census). The economy includes agriculture and mining, with crops like millet and groundnuts and minerals like lead and zinc. Wase Rock is a notable landmark. The postal code for Wase is 941104, with coordinates at 9.0650° N latitude and 9.9475° E longitude