A video circulating widely on social media has sparked public concern after a commercial bus driver was spotted eating amala while actively driving, raising fresh questions about road safety and the conduct of public transport operators.
The footage, which appears to have been recorded by a passenger or nearby road user, shows the driver steering the vehicle with one hand while eating from a plate with the other. The incident has drawn swift reactions online, with many Nigerians expressing alarm over the potential danger posed to passengers, pedestrians, and other motorists.
Road safety advocates say distracted driving—whether from eating, phone use, or other activities—significantly increases the risk of accidents. They argue that public transport drivers, who are responsible for multiple lives at a time, should be held to higher standards of professionalism and compliance with traffic laws.
While some social media users reacted with humor, others criticized the behavior as reckless and symptomatic of weak enforcement of road safety regulations. Several commenters called on transport unions and traffic authorities to intensify monitoring, retraining, and sanctions to curb unsafe practices among commercial drivers.
The incident has also renewed calls for stronger public awareness campaigns on distracted driving and stricter penalties for violations, particularly in densely populated urban areas where traffic conditions demand full attention.
As the video continues to trend, experts stress that preventing avoidable accidents requires a shared commitment from drivers, unions, regulators, and passengers to prioritize safety over convenience on Nigeria’s roads.
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