Sustainability Accounting Practices in Nigeria: A Case Study of Anambra State Ministry of Environment

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Environmental Protection Disclosure S/N Statements SA A U SD D 1 Anambra State Ministry of Environment provides comprehensive disclosures on its environmental protection efforts, including policies and initiatives. 2 The Ministry's environmental protection disclosures are well- detailed and encompass various aspects of their activities, demonstrating a commitment to transparency. 3 While the Ministry discloses some environmental protection information, there is room for improvement in terms of comprehensiveness and detail. 4 The environmental protection disclosures by the Ministry are limited, providing only basic information about their initiatives and policies. 5 Anambra State Ministry of Environment lacks significant environmental protection disclosures, making it difficult to gauge their efforts in this regard. Social Sustainability Disclosure S/N Statements SA A U SD D 1 The Anambra State Ministry of Environment extensively discloses its social sustainability activities, showcasing a strong commitment to social responsibility. 2 Social sustainability disclosures by the Ministry are sufficiently detailed and encompass a wide range of social initiatives, reflecting a dedication to transparency and community well-being. 3 While the Ministry provides some social sustainability disclosures, there is room for improvement in terms of comprehensiveness and depth in reporting. 4 Social sustainability disclosures by the Ministry are limited, offering only basic information about their social initiatives and contributions to the community. 5 The Anambra State Ministry of Environment lacks substantial social sustainability disclosures, making it challenging to assess their commitment to social responsibility