REVEALED! Best and worst countries to grow old in revealed. See where Nigeria ranks

The best and worst countries to grow old in have been revealed in the 2014 Global Watch index just released. 96 countries were ranked, number 1 being the best of them all and 96 being the worst of them all. The list was part of a report published on the United Nations International Day of Older Persons.

The Scandinavian countries topped the list with Norway coming in number 1. "Undisputedly", Afghanistan came last!

Where did Nigeria rank? Check out the table below and do not be ashamed. It’s Independence Day! One day, Nigeria would be number 1.

The index is based on 13 indicators grouped into four areas: income security; health status; capability, which includes employment and educational status; and the enabling environment, including issues such as physical safety.

HelpAge International, the charity which compiled the list, said economic growth in itself was not enough to improve the lives of older people.

The report said: "Specific policies need to be put in place to address the implications of ageing," said the report, published on the United Nations International Day of Older Persons.

Some countries fare better than others in different areas. Japan, for example, tops the rankings when it comes to health, but Switzerland has the best environment for older people.