The book "The Political Economy of Kogi State: Resources and Opportunities" is a book designed to explore the available natural resources and investment opportunities in Kogi State to enable both local and foreign investors invest in the state. Besides, this book also interrogates key issues around development and underdevelopment in Kogi State. Lastly, the book discussed the role of the elites in the development of the state. It is against this background that this book is important to researchers, policy makers and investors who would want to know the types of natural resources and investment opportunities as well as the role of the elites in the development of the state.