Corporate governance and firm innovation: Evidence from indigenous oil firms in Sub-Saharan Africa

Ekom Etim Akpan, Mamdouh Abdulaziz Saleh Al‐Faryan, Jeremiah Favour Iromaka · 2022 · Cogent Business & Management

Summary. This study examines how corporate governance affects innovation in indigenous oil firms in Nigeria. The research finds that board effectiveness, commitment, and involvement significantly boost both process innovation and product/service innovation. The findings suggest that strengthening corporate governance practices helps indigenous oil firms remain competitive and sustainable in their sector.

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Akpan, E. E., Al‐Faryan, M. A. S., & Iromaka, J. F.. (2022). Corporate governance and firm innovation: Evidence from indigenous oil firms in Sub-Saharan Africa. Cogent Business & Management. https://doi.org/10.1080/23311975.2022.2140747

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DOI: 10.1080/23311975.2022.2140747
Countries: Nigeria
Regions: Africa
Categories: entrepreneurship, policy
Added: 2026-04-28