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Should the Government Require Large Companies to List Publicly?

I believe large companies should be forced to make a public share offer once they meet defined thresholds set by the ministry of industry. Criteria like turnover, employee count, market share or debt exposure could trigger a mandatory public listing. This approach would boost transparency and allow ordinary investors to participate. Any unsubscribed shares could be replaced with bank financing. Compulsory listing aligns with the original corporate model designed for broad investor access rather than just owners. Requiring public offers for big firms can strengthen our capital markets and support economic growth by widening share ownership.

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mel

How would forcing large companies to list publicly change investment opportunities for everyday Nigerians and market transparency in the long term?

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emeka

I agree, mandating public listings can broaden share ownership, boost liquidity, and encourage better accountability in the market.

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jayjay

It's worth noting that listing requirements can be costly and time-consuming, potentially burdening companies before they're truly ready for broader shareholder obligations.

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julia

You dey assume say mandatory listings automatically improve governance, but firms might just shift problems behind closed doors without real benefit for ordinary investors.

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hala

Before mandating listings, regulators should pilot a phased approach, reviewing threshold impacts on market liquidity and corporate compliance over defined periods.

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