This study examines the integration of pre-employment background checks with internal control systems as a comprehensive approach to fraud deterrence in Nigerian manufacturing industries. This study employed a quantitative research using a cross sectional design to explore the integration of pre-employment background checks and internal controls for fraud deterrence in Nigerian manufacturing industries. The study was selected to enable deep exploration of complex organizational phenomena and to capture the nuanced experiences and perspectives of practitioners working in this domain. The study utilized purposive sampling to select participants who possess relevant knowledge and experience in fraud prevention, human resources management, and internal controls within Nigerian manufacturing organizations. A total of 25 participants were selected from manufacturing companies across three major industrial hubs in Nigeria across Lagos, Rivers, and Abia, this research explores current practices. Data were collected using structured questionnaire and the data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with the aid of Statistical Package for social science (SPSS) version 26. Findings revealed that pre-employment background checks has significant effect on fraud deterrence in Nigerian manufacturing industries. Also, it shows that internal control has significant effect on fraud deterrence in Nigerian manufacturing industries. It was recommended that Organizations may develop comprehensive frameworks that systematically integrate background screening insights with internal control design and implementation. This includes using background check results to inform risk assessments, control assignments, and monitoring priorities.
Kenneth et al. (Thu,) studied this question.