Nasarawa State has long been projected as one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing investment destinations. Its fertile agricultural land, rich deposits of lithium, baryte, limestone, tin and gold, and its proximity to the Federal Capital Territory have made it highly attractive to investors. Yet, despite these structural advantages, insecurity has emerged as the state’s greatest economic obstacle, stifling investment, disrupting agricultural output, shrinking businesses and threatening thousands of livelihoods.
Across farming communities in Doma, Keana, Awe, Obi, Toto and parts of Lafia Local Government Areas, apprehension has replaced optimism. Farmers who once cultivated vast hectares of maize, rice, yam and sesame are abandoning their farmlands due to persistent threats from armed groups, kidnappers and violent clashes. The inevitable result is declining agricultural production, escalating food prices and diminished household incomes.
Economic ripples across key sectors
Agriculture remains the backbone of the Nasarawa economy, employing the majority of its population. Every planting season
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