Effect of Fear of Covid-19 and Insecurity on Employees’ Turnover Intentions in Zamfara State

Abstract

This study examines the effect of the fear of COVID-19 and insecurity on employees’ turnover intentions in the workplace. In order to address this research question, a quantitative survey was conducted among teachers in primary and secondary schools in Zamfara State. The survey instrument included questions on fear of COVID-19, insecurity and employees’ turnover intentions. The results of the survey showed that there was a statistically significant positive relationship between fear of COVID-19 and employees’ turnover intentions, as well as a statistically significant positive relationship between insecurity and employees’ turnover intentions. The findings from this study provide important implications for institutional leaders and managers. Namely, organisations should be aware of the potential consequences of fear of COVID-19 and insecurity in the workplace, as these factors have the potential to affect employees’ turnover intentions. Furthermore, the government and stakeholders should ensure that employees are supported and provided with resources to help mitigate the effects of the fear of COVID-19 and insecurity.