Digital Governance and Transparency in Nigeria: An Assessment into Institutional Accountability and Transparency

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• May 19, 2026
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Eneh, Nwakamma Josephine¹, Prof. John O. Asogwa², Fortunetus Izuchukwu Oguwuike, (Ph.D) ³

Abstract         

The effectiveness of governance in Nigeria has long been challenged by issues of weak transparency and inadequate accountability within public institutions. Despite numerous reforms and policy initiatives aimed at improving governance, many government agencies continue to operate with limited openness, resulting in poor service delivery, corruption, and inefficiency. This study assessed digital governance and transparency in Nigeria: An assessment into institutional accountability and transparency. Specifically, the study sought to: examine how digital governance influences transparency; and assess the extent to which digital governance promotes institutional accountability. The study was anchored on Institutional Theory and the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), which provide insights into how institutional structures, norms, and user acceptance of technology shape the implementation and effectiveness of digital governance systems. Employing a historical descriptive research design and relying on secondary data sources, the findings revealed that digital governance improves transparency through enhanced access to government information, reduction of human interference in administrative processes, real-time monitoring of public activities, and increased citizen participation. However, challenges such as poor data integrity, weak infrastructure, and limited institutional coordination constrain its effectiveness. The study recommended, among others, that government should strengthen digital infrastructure across all levels of governance to ensure the effective implementation of digital governance systems. This includes investing in reliable internet connectivity, modern data management systems, and secure digital platforms that can support real-time information sharing and monitoring.

Keywords: Digital Governance, Transparency, Accountability,Employee Devootion,  Institutional PerformanceCite: Eneh, N. J., Asogwa, J. O., & Oguwuike, F. I. (2026). Digital Governance and Transparency in Nigeria: An Assessment into Institutional Accountability and Transparency. International Journal of Management Foresight and Strategy,4(5), 303 – 323. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20288719