Authors : Alo Olubunmi Akinsanya , Raruna Olufunke Justina and Suleiman Yemi
Abstract: Retirement is a relative phenomenon in various developing countries of the world. In Nigeria, it is a product of colonial rule. On retirement, individuals are confronted with certain problem among which is deteriorating health resulting partly to inactive life. The present study uses both quantitative (self administered questionnaire) and qualitative (focus group discussion) methods to examine the relationship between retirement and the health of retirees among retired primary and secondary school teachers in Ondo State. One hundred and forty respondents were systematically selected from the pension register in four local government areas of the state. The result indicated that retirement has a secondary influence on retirees health and that any illness that occurs in retirement is a result of other factors such as old age, inadequate income and idleness rather than retirement per sex and that retirement enhances the health status of retirees. The study recommended an upward review of pension and gratuity and the introduction of old age benefits in Nigeria.
Alo Olubunmi Akinsanya , Raruna Olufunke Justina and Suleiman Yemi , 2008. The Health Implications of Retirement: Empirical Evidence from Akoko Area of Ondo State-Nigeria. Pakistan Journal of Social Sciences, 5: 722-733.