A viral video depicts the intriguing sight of a robot managing traffic in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria. The video was shared on Twitter, and some viewers commented that it appeared like a costume worn by a human.
Despite its appearance, drivers on the road seemed to obey the robot’s signals as it stood at the police post and used hand gestures to direct traffic.
A robot took on the role of managing traffic on a busy road reportedly situated in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria.
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In a video posted on social media, the robot was seen positioned on the police post along the road, directing traffic through hand gestures.
The video, shared by @XBrianDennis, captured the astonishment of onlookers as they observed the robot in action.
Robot helps direct traffic on Nigerian road
Motorists who were passing obeyed the robot and followed its directives as if it were a human being.
The video piqued the interest of some viewers who humorously referred to the robot as “Optimus Prime,” a reference to the Transformers franchise.
Other individuals commented that the robot appeared to be a costume worn by a human. @XBrianDennis, while sharing the video, stated:
“Since Abuja people won’t obey traffic lights and traffic officers, VIO has brought a robot to control traffic.”
Watch the video below:
Reactions as robot directs traffic in Abuja
@XBrianDennis said:
“They turned Optimus Prime to a traffic warden.”
@HomieSlam commented:
“Sometimes I wonder why it is so difficult to wait 3-5 minutes at a traffic light for a free flow of traffic and an accident-free road. What’s the hurry about?”
@IamJohnkelvin commented:
“Bumble Bee don enter Abuja.”
@Senior__001 reacted:
“I go use moto jam am comot.”
@drteepie said:
“The robot is tired already.”
@AbayomiAgbomire said:
“Absolutely nothing you won’t see in this country. What is this bayi?”
@ManLikeWike said:
“I came to Abuja for a job, and throughout my stay, not one driver obeyed traffic lights.”