Privatization and national security in Nigeria

This study examined the relationship between privatisation and national security in Nigeria. The broad objective was to assess how privatisation policies have influenced national security outcomes in the country, with specific focus on evaluating the impact of privatisation on citizens' quality of life and analysing the implications of these changes for national security. Employing a qualitative research design, the study utilised secondary data sourced from books, peer-reviewed journal articles, official government documents, internet-based resources, and relevant unpublished materials. The findings indicate that the privatisation of public enterprises has adversely affected the quality of life of Nigerian citizens, and that the resulting decline in living standards has contributed to heightened threats to national security. Based on these findings, the study recommends that the Nigerian government reconsider state-led economic interventions, as strategic state capitalism may foster real economic growth and generate opportunities essential for improving citizens' well-being and, by extension, strengthening national security.