Board Diversity, ESG Performance and Financial Reporting Transparency: Evidence from Nigeria's Non-Financial Industries - Couverture souple

Oluwaleke Sunday, Oguntamu

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ISBN 10 : 9999348858 ISBN 13 : 9789999348850

Editeur : Eliva Press, 2026

Synopsis

Board Diversity, ESG Performance, and Financial Reporting Transparency in Nigeria's Non-Financial Sector: Evidence, Policy Implications, and Corporate Governance Perspectives explores one of the most pressing issues in contemporary corporate governance and sustainability reporting. As stakeholders increasingly demand greater transparency, accountability, and responsible business conduct, this book provides timely empirical evidence on how board diversity and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance influence financial reporting transparency among listed non-financial firms in Nigeria. Drawing on data from 35 Nigerian Exchange (NGX)-listed non-financial firms over the period 2017–2023, the book employs robust quantitative methods to investigate the direct impact of ESG performance on financial reporting transparency and the moderating role of board diversity. The findings demonstrate that stronger ESG practices significantly enhance financial reporting transparency, while diverse boards strengthen corporate governance and improve disclosure quality. Beyond empirical analysis, the book provides a comprehensive review of contemporary literature on ESG reporting, corporate governance, stakeholder theory, agency theory, and financial reporting transparency. It critically examines the evolving regulatory landscape and discusses how governance mechanisms can foster ethical leadership, sustainability, investor confidence, and long-term corporate value. The work offers practical recommendations for corporate executives, board members, regulators, investors, policymakers, and academics seeking to strengthen governance frameworks and sustainability reporting practices in emerging economies. It also contributes to ongoing debates on responsible corporate behaviour by highlighting the importance of inclusive board composition, transparent reporting, and stakeholder-oriented governance. Combining theoretical insight with practical relevance, this book serves as an essential resource for researchers, postgraduate students, accounting and finance professionals, corporate governance practitioners, and policymakers interested in ESG reporting, corporate sustain.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Eliva Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9999348858
• ISBN 13: 9789999348850
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 49
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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