The natural resources like; land, water, mineral and forest could provide adequate opportunity for the location of various types of industrial and other economic activities and consequently employment opportunities. The water resources of Rivers Niger and Benue and their several tributaries could provide ample water supply for people, animals and various industries when fully harnessed. The confluence of Rivers Niger and Benue could be an important area for tourist attraction and source of transportation. Fishery could also be developed on a large scale with allied fishery industries. The water from the rivers could support large irrigation schemes for raising various crops, including wheat. The forests provide wood for timber and fuel, and the fertile land for cultivation, with good grazing grounds for livestock breeding.

The mineral resources that could be commercialized at international level includes; coal at Koton-Karfe, limestone, marble at Ajaokuta, Osara, and iron ore at Agbaja plateau and Itakpe hills, and feldspar at Okene and Osara.

Keep in mind that more than forty-five percent of the population lives in abject poverty.(?)