The Effectiveness of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Laws in Developing Countries: Case Studies from Sierra Leone, Nigeria, and Indonesia

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Qualitative analysis reveals weak enforcement and corruption hinder EIA effectiveness in Sierra Leone, Nigeria, and Indonesia.

EIA laws aim to prevent environmental degradation, yet their effectiveness is undermined.
Implementation suffers due to pervasive corruption and inadequate public participation.
This research uses literature and case law analysis to explore EIA frameworks in three nations.
Reforms are needed to enhance EIA laws, promoting environmental justice and sustainable development.

Nandmehar et al. (2025) studied this question.

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