Insecurity A Harbinger to Industrial Growth for Economic Development in Kogi State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study assessed insecurity a harbinger to industrial growth for economic development in Kogi State, Nigeria. The study made use of content analysis. Data were sourced through secondary means by relying on existing documented materials related to the subject matter under investigation. Existing material on the concept of insecurity, causes of insecurity in Kogi state, the patterns and trends of industrial growth and investment and the limitation of insecurity, and the threat of insecurity to industrial growth and investment in Kogi State.  The study found out that insecurity is a major challenge to economic development in Kogi State, Nigeria, that insecurity has a negative impact on investment and economic growth, agricultural production and food security among others. The study therefore recommended amongst others that the Kogi State government should develop a state development plan that prioritizes economic growth and development, the Kogi State government should establish a public-private partnership to attract investment and promote economic growth in the state.