The functions included:

  1. Assessing material, capital, and human resources.
  2. Formulating a plan for effective and balanced resource utilisation.
  3. Determining priorities and stages for plan implementation.
  4. Indicating factors that retard economic development.
  5. Determining machinery for successful plan implementation.
  6. Appraising progress and recommending adjustments.
  7. Making appropriate recommendations for facilitating duties or on matters referred for advice.