Human resources constitute the basis for the wealth of a nation. This study is on human resource development and legislative input in the development of the state economy. Despite decades of pervasive mismanagement, widespread corruption and prevailing informal economy system, Nigeria still survives. However, one of the puzzling questions that have preoccupied the minds of most observers of the Nigerian economy and politics is how has Nigeria found itself in its present economic mess given her human and economic potential? The study seeks to determine the impact of human resources development on the Nigerian economy via the legislative process. The study used content analysis on secondary data. The study revealed that there is lack of adequate skills and knowledge which are acquired through training and educational development. The study recommends that government enforce human resource development via providing educational training to the working labour. Keywords: