ABSTRACT

The over-riding aim of this research work is to examine the effects of corporate social responsibility to the Nigerian economy, a case study of Cadbury Nigeria Plc, with a view to identifying ways and measures through which the effects of corporate social responsibility can be improved and effectiveness of this company in contributing to national development.

To effectively carry out this research, data was collected in form of questionnaire from respondents who are staff of Cadbury Nigeria Plc. Fifty (50) questionnaires were administered and the same number was returned. After critical analysis of the data collected, findings revealed that the effects of corporate social responsibility in the economy of Nigeria cannot be over emphasized in national development.

However, there is a crying need for an in-depth study into the quality, extent of corporate social responsibility disclosure and identification of areas for future improvement so that transparency can be ensured, especially in developing countries like Nigeria where CSR studies are limited. However, some studies have proved that there is positive association between profitability of firms and CSR expenditures (see Olayinka & Temitope 2011; Amole, Adebiyi & Awolaja, 2012), while some studies prove negative relationship (e.g Bessong & Tapang, 2012). 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title      page

Declaration I

Certification II

Dedication III

Acknowledgement IV

Abstract V

Table of content VI

CHAPTER ONE

Introduction 1

Background of the study 2

Statement of the research problem 3

1.4 Purpose of the study 3

1.5 Significance of the study 4

1.6 Research questions 4

1.7 Research hypothesis 4

1.8 Scope and limitations of the study 5

1.9 Definition of terms 5

1.10 Historical background of Cadbury Nigeria Plc 6

CHAPTER TWO

LITERATURE REVIEW

2.1 Introduction 9

2.2 Concept of corporate social responsibility 10

2.3 Characteristics of CSR 12

2.4 Emergence of CSR in Nigeria 13

2.5 Challenges facing CSR in Nigeria 14

2.6 The roles of industries in national development 15

2.7 Supporting agencies for national development in Nigeria 17

2.8 Theoretical framework 20

CHAPTER THREE

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.1 Introduction 24

3.2 Research design 24

Sources of data collection 24

Population of the study 25

Sampling size 25

3.5.2 Sampling techniques 25

Data collection instrument 26

Administration of data collection instrument 26

Limitations of the methodology 27

Validation and reliability of instruments 27

3.10 Method of data analysis 27

CHAPTER FOUR

DATA ANALYSIS PRESENTATION

Introduction 29

Analysis of respondents’ characteristics and classifications 29

Analysis of individual research statement 31

Test of hypothesis 39

4.5 Discussion of the findings 46

CHAPTER FIVE

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1 Summary of the findings 47

5.2 Conclusion 48

5.3 Recommendations 48

5.4 Suggestion for further study 49

Bibliography 50

Appendix