Merits and demerits of commercialization in Nigeria - SS2 Government Lesson Note
Merits of commercialization in Nigeria:
- · Economic growth: Commercialization can lead to economic growth by creating new jobs, increasing revenue, and generating profits.
- · Improved productivity: Commercialization encourages innovation, which can lead to improved productivity and efficiency in businesses.
- · Increased competitiveness: Commercialization helps Nigerian businesses to become more competitive by introducing new and innovative products or services in the market.
- · Technology transfer: Commercialization can lead to technology transfer as foreign investors or companies bring new technologies into the country, which can help to improve production processes and products.
Demerits of commercialization in Nigeria:
- · Displacement of small businesses: Commercialization can lead to the displacement of small businesses, which may not be able to compete with larger, more established companies.
- · Inequality: Commercialization can lead to the concentration of wealth and resources in the hands of a few individuals or corporations, leading to increased inequality in society.
- · Environmental degradation: Commercialization can result in environmental degradation as businesses prioritize profits over environmental sustainability.
- · Exploitation of labor: Commercialization can lead to the exploitation of labor, as companies may prioritize profits over the welfare and rights of their employees.
- · Dependence on foreign investors: Commercialization can lead to dependence on foreign investors or multinational corporations, which may not have the best interests of Nigeria at heart.