Dear Investors,
Kogi State stands tall as a strategic hub for economic growth and investment. It is the only state in Nigeria that shares borders with ten others, including the Federal Capital Territory. This unique positioning makes Kogi not just the geographical center of Nigeria, but also a vital gateway to the nation’s prosperity.
Its central location offers investors seamless access to both the northern and southern regions of Nigeria. With expanding road and rail networks, Kogi State is naturally positioned as a trade and logistics corridor, ideal for manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution.
Kogi State is richly endowed with numerous solid minerals including iron ore, coal, limestone, steel, and marble. These natural resources present vast opportunities in mining, local processing, and export. Additionally, the state boasts vast tracts of fertile agricultural land producing crops like cassava, rice, cashew, yam, and maize in commercial quantities. The rising demand for agro-processing industries and agritech innovation provides a clear pathway for value chain development and rural transformation.
The state also benefits from a youthful, vibrant, and educated population, trained by institutions such as:
Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU),
Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH),
Kogi State Polytechnic (KSP),
School of Nursing, Obangede,
Federal Polytechnic, Idah
Federal College of Education, Okene,
College of Education, Ankpa.
This means investors can access skilled labor at competitive costs.
On the infrastructure front, Kogi State is making great strides. Road networks are expanding, electricity coverage is improving, and the government has established the Kogi State Rural Electrification Agency to boost access to off-grid and renewable energy, ensuring reliable power for industries and communities alike.
Kogi State remains one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria, free from insurgency and violent conflicts that have plagued other regions. This peaceful atmosphere is a direct result of proactive leadership and strong community-based security systems.
In recognition of his outstanding commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the Executive Governor of Kogi State was recently appointed the National Patron of Vigilante Groups across Nigeria. His administration has prioritized security through robust support for local vigilante networks, close collaboration with conventional security agencies, and continuous investment in surveillance infrastructure.
This unwavering focus on safety has created a secure environment for residents, businesses, and investors, making Kogi a reliable and stable destination for long-term investment.
Key Sectors Ripe for Investment:
Agro-processing and mechanized farming
Solid minerals mining and value addition
Renewable energy and green technology
Logistics and transportation services
– Engr Ira Habib writes from Abuja.
