African Human Rights Law Review (Law/Social/Political crossover)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Corporate Compliance Flaws in Environmental Law Enforcement: An Analysis of Nigeria's Corporate Accountability Lapses

Obiageli Okpalue, University of Abuja Chinonso Obiora, University of Port Harcourt Nkechi Nwokocha, University of Abuja
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18859293
Published: October 19, 2007

Abstract

Nigeria's environmental laws have been in place for decades, yet enforcement remains inadequate due to a complex interplay between regulatory bodies and corporate entities. The analysis draws upon existing literature, case studies, and interviews conducted with stakeholders including government officials, non-governmental organizations, and affected communities. Corporate entities frequently circumvent compliance requirements through strategic loopholes and lobbying efforts, leading to persistent environmental degradation despite regulatory oversight. The review suggests the need for more stringent enforcement measures, enhanced transparency in corporate operations, and increased public participation in monitoring environmental performance. Nigeria, Corporate Accountability, Environmental Law Enforcement, NEITI

How to Cite

Obiageli Okpalue, Chinonso Obiora, Nkechi Nwokocha (2007). Corporate Compliance Flaws in Environmental Law Enforcement: An Analysis of Nigeria's Corporate Accountability Lapses. African Human Rights Law Review (Law/Social/Political crossover), Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18859293

Keywords

NigerianSub-SaharanComplianceRegulatoryAccountabilitySustainableGovernance

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