“…Although Africa is generally blessed with both renewable (diffuse) and non-renewable (point) natural resources [ 2 ], the role played by these resources in enhancing the livelihood of its population remain questionable [ 19 ]. Besides, Cameroon stands as one of the countries in Africa that have been blessed with both point and diffuse resources and the country is commonly referred to as Africa in miniature ([ 31 ]). Just like most developing countries wherein, there are limited competitive economic sectors like manufacturing and services, Cameroon greatly depends on the proceeds from the use of its natural resources to enhance economic and social development.…”