HOARDING DISTRESS IN NIGERIA'S AGING POPULATION: A REEVALUATION OF SMAIL'S IMPRESS OF POWER MODEL HOARDING DISTRESS IN NIGERIA'S AGING POPULATION: A REEVALUATION OF SMAIL'S IMPRESS OF POWER MODEL

Abstract

This paper delves into the imperative need for implementing age-friendly sustainable development in Nigeria, in accordance with the World Health Organization's (WHO) vision of fostering active aging and enhancing the quality of life for the elderly population. The backdrop for this necessity arises from the foreseen demographic shift, where by 2030, two-thirds of the global populace will reside in urban areas, with a significant quarter of this demographic being 60 years or older. This coincides with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) timeline for achieving sustainable development worldwide. In the context of Nigeria, understanding hoarding becomes pivotal, as it serves as a reflection of various psychological distresses among older individuals, often attributed to socio-economic insecurities and governance deficiencies. This paper critically explores hoarding within the Nigerian context, shedding light on how it encapsulates broader psychological distresses and underlining the crucial role of age-friendly sustainable development in mitigating these issues