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Nigerian Code of Corporate Governance, 2018

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Summary

The Nigerian Code of Corporate Governance 2018 seeks to institutionalise corporate governance best practices in Nigerian companies. The Code is also to promote public awareness of essential corporate values and ethical practices that will enhance the integrity of the business environment. By institutionalising high corporate governance standards, the Code will rebuild public trust and confidence in the Nigerian economy, thus facilitating increased trade and investment.

Issuer

Nigeria

Year

2018

Region

Africa

Issuer (type)

Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of Nigeria (Government)

Instrument type

Code

Disclosure instrument

Yes

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory

Text analysis

    • Low 0.37%
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    • E focus: environment, energy
    • S focus: diversity, human capital, value creation, compensation
    • G focus: audit, corruption, financial report, financial reporting, internal control, risk management, accountability
    • Finance, Management, Professional services