PEER INFLUENCE AND GENDER AS PREDICTORS OF ABSENTEEISM AMONG PRIVATE EMPLOYEES

Authors

  • Okonkwo Kizito Ifunanya Department of Psychology Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
  • Okafor Rachael Amaka Department of Psychology Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
  • Okonkwo Jane Ogechukwu Department of Psychology Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Keywords:

Peer Influence, Gender and Absenteeism

Abstract

This study investigated peer influence and gender as predictors of absenteeism among private employees in Awka metropolis. The participants for this study comprise one hundred and eighty (180) employees, 70 males (26.36%) and 110 females (73.64%) selected using convenience sampling techniques. These participants were assessed using Absenteeism Rate Scale (ARS) (Nicholson and Payne, 1987), and the Peer Pressure Inventory (Brow et al., 1986). Multiple regression analysis was used to analyze the data collected. Result showed that peer influence positively predicts absenteeism among private employees with (β=.438, p<.05) and Gender significantly predicts absenteeism with (β=.590, p<.05). Therefore, based on these results, it was recommended that organizations should consider implementing reward programs that recognize and reward employees with good attendance. These incentives could include financial bonuses, additional time off, or public recognition in order to motivate employees to attend work regularly.

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Published

2026-07-22

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): UJERSVOCS

Section

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