Search SchoolNGR

Wednesday, 01 April 2026
Register . Login

(a) What is the difference between Privatization and Nationalization? (b) Explain four ...

(a) What is the difference between Privatization and Nationalization?
(b) Explain four reasons why a country may choose to privatize state-owned enterprises.
Take Free Practice Test On 2026 JAMB UTME, Post UTME, WAEC SSCE, GCE, NECO SSCE
    Correct Answer: Option n
    Explanation:
    (a) Difference between privatization and nationalization:
    Privatization is the transfer of ownership and control of businesses from the state to individual whereas nationalization is the acquisition by the state of privately own, businesses
    (b) A country may choose to privatize a state-owned enterprise for the following reasons:
    (i) To r the company more efficient by cutting out red-tapeism and the reduction of wastage.
    (ii) Conscious effort to - their profit-orientation.
    (iii) To prevent government from influencing the business operation.
    (iv) To liberate market and allow private investors to compete.
    (v) To ensure that business is run by businessmen ar servants/efficient management.
    (vi) To ensure that consumers have a choice as government ownership often result in monopoly
    (vii) To relieve the government of the burden of finance.

    Share question on: