Tunde, Afolabi Monisola2023-05-172023-05-1720092141-0747https://uilspace.unilorin.edu.ng/handle/20.500.12484/10369This paper focuses on the problems and prospects of small scale industries in Nigeria by laying emphasis on the historical development, nature and characteristics of small scale industries. It also emphasizes on the roles of small scale industries in the development and growth of the country. Some of the problems militating against these industries from achieving their growth potentials were highlighted and the paper concludes by examining the future prospects of these industries, giving appropriate recommendations.enEconomic Development, Small-scale industries, Management, Programmes and Development Plans.Article