Background of the Study
The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) were developed to enhance the comparability, reliability, and transparency of financial statements globally. Many companies in emerging markets, including Nigeria, have adopted IFRS to align with international financial reporting norms and attract foreign investment. The Dangote Group, as one of Africa's largest conglomerates, operates across various industries and provides an excellent case study for understanding the effects of IFRS adoption on financial reporting quality.
Adopting IFRS in Nigeria was mandated by the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRCN) in 2012 to enhance the transparency and comparability of financial reports among organizations. Despite this, stakeholders remain concerned about the actual impact of IFRS adoption on the quality of financial statements. Companies such as the Dangote Group, with diverse operations, face challenges and opportunities in achieving accurate and reliable financial reporting under IFRS guidelines (Okoye & Akenbor, 2023).
Studies have suggested that IFRS adoption can lead to better-quality financial reports by improving disclosure and reducing information asymmetry (Uwuigbe et al., 2023). However, implementing these standards is resource-intensive and requires significant investments in training, systems, and compliance mechanisms. This study investigates the specific impact of IFRS adoption on financial reporting quality in the Dangote Group to understand whether it achieves its intended purpose.
Statement of the Problem
Despite widespread IFRS adoption in Nigeria, there is limited empirical evidence on its impact on the financial reporting quality of major corporations like the Dangote Group. Previous research has often focused on the general implications of IFRS adoption in Nigeria but has failed to analyze its effect on specific large-scale enterprises.
Financial reporting quality is crucial for decision-making by investors, regulators, and other stakeholders. Concerns have arisen regarding whether IFRS has improved transparency and comparability or merely introduced additional compliance costs without significantly enhancing the quality of financial disclosures. Given the pivotal role of the Dangote Group in Nigeria’s economy, understanding how IFRS impacts its financial reporting quality is essential for policy formulation and corporate governance (Aliyu et al., 2024).
Objectives of the Study
To examine the impact of IFRS adoption on the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting in the Dangote Group.
To assess the level of transparency in financial disclosures before and after IFRS adoption.
To evaluate the challenges faced by the Dangote Group in implementing IFRS standards.
Research Questions
How has IFRS adoption influenced the accuracy and reliability of the Dangote Group's financial reporting?
To what extent has IFRS adoption enhanced transparency in financial disclosures?
What challenges has the Dangote Group encountered in implementing IFRS?
Research Hypotheses
IFRS adoption significantly improves the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting in the Dangote Group.
IFRS adoption enhances transparency in the financial disclosures of the Dangote Group.
The challenges associated with IFRS adoption significantly impact the financial reporting process of the Dangote Group.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on the Dangote Group, examining the period before and after the adoption of IFRS, specifically from 2012 to 2025. It assesses the financial reports and examines the challenges faced in implementing IFRS. The study is limited to publicly available financial data and managerial insights, which may constrain the depth of analysis due to confidentiality issues.
Definition of Terms
IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards): A set of global accounting standards designed to ensure consistency and transparency in financial reporting.
Financial Reporting Quality: The extent to which financial reports accurately represent the financial performance and position of an organization.
Transparency: The degree to which financial disclosures are clear, accessible, and understandable to stakeholders.
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