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Barriers to the adoption of construction contract auditing for sustainable development

Omoboye, O., Shittu, A., Mohammed, Y. and Tsado, A. 2025. Barriers to the adoption of construction contract auditing for sustainable development. International Journal of African Innovation & Multidisciplinary Research. 7 (2). https://doi.org/10.70382/mejaimr.v7i2.028

TitleBarriers to the adoption of construction contract auditing for sustainable development
TypeJournal article
AuthorsOmoboye, O., Shittu, A., Mohammed, Y. and Tsado, A.
Abstract

The construction industry is a vital driver of economic growth, yet it faces persistent challenges such as cost overruns, delays, and poor-quality deliverables, which hinder sustainable development. Construction Contract Auditing (CCA) has emerged as a critical mechanism to address these issues by ensuring adherence to contractual terms, enhancing transparency, and promoting accountability.
Despite its potential, the adoption of CCA in Nigeria, particularly in government-funded projects, remains limited due to various barriers. This study comprehensively examines the inhibitors to CCA adoption in Nigeria, focusing on their implications for sustainable development. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 127 construction professionals in Nigeria's north-central region and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The findings reveal that corruption and lack of political will (NV=1.00) and the absence of comprehensive contract auditing frameworks (NV=0.75) are the most severe barriers. Other significant inhibitors include resistance from project stakeholders and low awareness of CCA benefits. The study underscores the need for institutional strengthening, legislative reforms, and stakeholder education to overcome these barriers. By addressing these challenges, CCA can promote transparency, accountability, and resource efficiency, aligning with broader sustainable development goals. This research contributes to the literature by providing a ranking of barriers based on their severity and linking CCA to sustainable development, offering actionable insights for policymakers and industry stakeholders.

Keywordsconstruction contract auditing, sustainable development, corruption, regulatory frameworks, stakeholder resistance, resource efficiency
JournalInternational Journal of African Innovation & Multidisciplinary Research
Journal citation7 (2)
ISSN1116-3240
Year2025
PublisherMediterranean Publication and Research International
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CC BY 4.0
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Open (open metadata and files)
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.70382/mejaimr.v7i2.028
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PublishedJan 2025
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