Work Ethics and Ignorance as Influencing Factors of Low Recreation Participations in Akoko South West Local Government Area of Ondo State in Nigeria

Abstract

Recreation Participation is highly beneficial to every individual. Despite the numerous benefits of Recreation, there is low participation in Nigeria. Many factors promote the low participation but this paper focused on Work Ethics and Ignorance as influencing factors of Low Recreation Participations in Akoko South West Local Area Of Ondo State in Nigeria. 210 respondents were sampled using multi-stage sampling technique. A self developed research instrument of 0.81 reliability index was used, Two null hypotheses were raised and It was concluded that Low Information and Career Pursuit contributed tremendously to Low Recreation Participation in Nigeria. Recommendations were; Government should intervene and moderate the regulation of work load in private organizations and provide Recreational facilities for their employees. Recreation experts should organize more Recreational activities to sensitize the members of the public. Recreation and Leisure study should be taught in all Nigerian tertiary institutions as a compulsory course across all discipline in Nigeria.