Assessment of Etsako Community Contribution to Nigeria’s Economic Development
By Akpoghomeh M, Okeremuta, M. E., Okeremuta, M. E.
Economic development is a fundamental pillar of any nation, playing a pivotal role in societal advancement, state building, and national prosperity. This study critically examines the contributions of the Etsako people to Nigeria's economic development, with a specific focus on the post-colonial era. Strategically located in the northern region of Edo State, the Etsako area is endowed with abundant natural resources and a rich socio-economic history that has significantly impacted Nigeria's broader developmental trajectory. The study explores Etsako's agricultural strength, natural resource endowments, industrialization, and infrastructural contributions within a historical context. From its involvement in regional trade routes and agricultural commercialization to its hosting of major industrial ventures such as cement and fertilizer production, Etsako stands as an economic fulcrum whose potential and legacy warrant academic attention.