Economy & Natural Resources

Agriculture remains the backbone of the Kogi State economy. The fertile lands across the state support the cultivation of crops such as:
Yam
Cassava
Rice
Maize
Beans
Groundnuts
Cocoa
Cashew
Palm produce

Fishing also plays an important role in communities located along the Niger and Benue rivers.
Beyond agriculture, Kogi State is rich in solid mineral resources, including:
Iron ore
Limestone
Marble
Coal
Gemstones

The presence of the Ajaokuta Steel Complex, one of Nigeria’s largest industrial projects, further highlights the state’s importance in the country’s mineral and industrial sector.