Effect of Whistleblowing Mechanisms on the Financial Reporting Quality of Quoted Multinational Oil and Gas Firms in Nigeria
Olayinka Dominion Boluwaji, Olusola Esther Igbekoyi, Ogunyemi Abraham Osatuyi, Oyabanji Abiola Azeez
Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting · pp. 72–84 · Published 18 Dec 2023
10.9734/ajeba/2023/v23i241188Abstract
In the dynamic landscape of corporate governance, the role of whistleblowing mechanisms has become increasingly prominent, serving as a crucial tool in promoting transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct within organizations. This study aimed to explore the effect of whistleblowing mechanisms on financial reporting quality in quoted multinational oil and gas firms in Nigeria. This study utilized a qualitative method to examine financial data, incorporating qualitative perspectives gathered through the distribution of questionnaires among accountants and key stakeholders of quoted multinational oil and gas firms in Nigeria. Out of the 185 questionnaires disseminated, 168 were appropriately completed and returned. The analysis of the collected data in this research employed both descriptive and inferential statistical methods. The study found a positive and significant correlation between well-established whistleblowing mechanisms and improved financial reporting quality. Specifically, Reporting Mechanisms (REM), Protection Mechanisms (PRM), and Investigation Mechanisms (INM) were individually analyzed, and all demonstrated a statistically significant and positive effect on financial reporting quality. The findings highlight the importance of effective reporting processes, protection measures for whistleblowers, and robust investigation procedures in enhancing transparency, accountability, and the reliability of financial information within multinational oil and gas firms. In conclusion, the study affirms that a well-functioning whistleblowing system, comprising reporting, protection, and investigation mechanisms, is crucial for enhancing financial reporting quality in the multinational oil and gas firms in Nigeria. The study recommends that the multinational oil and gas sector should invest in and enhance reporting mechanisms to ensure effective and reliable channels for employees to report concerns related to financial matters.
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