Seeing the growing need for top notch security in the country, Nigeria needs to employ technology and not just Man-power in order to curb the menace of Boko Haram, Fulani Herdsmen and all what not. Here are five tips Gtbens Magazine recommends

Robots in Travel Lounges/Park: For example, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport recently began testing a new use case for robots that provide tips to travelers on getting through security more quickly. The robot, stationed near screening areas, directs passengers to remove their jackets, take off their shoes, remove laptops from bags, etc. This tedious job that TSA agents would otherwise be performing can now be outsourced to a robot, freeing up airport employees to address more complex matters that can enhance security and efficiency. The Sea-Tac example is just one of many that demonstrates how today’s advanced robotic solutions are being used.
2. Artificial Intelligence:

Artificial Intelligence is new to Nigeria and perhaps only deployed during collection of data by Agencies like INEC, NAFDAC and more. Security robots use multiple sensors and bring the information together. Open-platform applications work together seamlessly to collect and analyze data. AI software is embedded to provide security officials with the ability to analyze the images captured by onboard cameras. The information gathered through this and other sensors on the robot is critical to the implementation of a comprehensive strategy and tactical response.

Additionally, through the use of advanced AI technologies, robots can “learn” their surroundings. They are initially programmed to navigate a particular route, but as they continue on this path numerous times, the robot can make adjustments. AI makes this possible by giving the robot the “brains” to engage with its surroundings. This approach has the potential to add significant value to patrols.

AI also makes it possible to recognize patterns within large amounts of collected data. In the case of robotics, this can include automatically searching through video surveillance feeds for anomalies. Security-based AI, however, is narrower in focus, executing certain defined tasks such as object recognition or navigation.

Advanced object recognition is what enables a robot to become a core part of the enterprise security team.

Leveraging this type of AI allows robots to identify when a human or vehicle is approaching a perimeter and then execute a set of procedures in line with an organization’s goals.

3. Function as Guards or work with them:

Yes! Robots can function as Guards to sensitive areas or strategic locations. Innovations in robotics and AI have some security professionals fearful that robots will one day “take over” human responsibilities. That is not the case. In fact, robots and people work best when they work together. With the robot revolution upon us, guarding companies see the value of these solutions and aim to take advantage of their capabilities. There are more than 1 million security guards employed in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, and that number is growing.

The partnership between human and robotic guards creates numerous advantages, including advanced patrolling capabilities and added responsiveness.



Robotics providers are finding ways to seamlessly integrate their technology with guarding companies by offering additional ways to collect information and send it back to an organization’s security operations center.

Some of the largest guarding companies in the United States recognize the value of robotics in decreasing the number of “dangerous” roles assigned to people, reducing liability and potential accidents.

For example, it would be costly, and perhaps unreasonable, to post a person at a utility site that is hundreds of miles away from a corporate facility. However, a robotic guard would be a perfect fit. There are also some toxic waste dumps where protection is needed, but a human presence is best avoided.

Robots can also be useful in more mundane jobs, such as working a late-night shift performing perimeter checks several times each hour. Redistributing such monotonous work frees human security guards to take on more strategic tasks, and saves employers health care, labor and insurance costs.

4. Used for Aerial Surveillance: Robots like drones and more can be used to capture images during the day and at night which is sent to any satellite it is programmed to and also transmit other relevant information during such operations. The bright side to this is, if ever there is need for quick response or a counter attack, this is an effective way of dealing with the situation without much casualty. If nothing else, hideouts and a trends of the enemy will be revealed.

5. Bomb Detectors: Suicide bombing has never been part of Nigeria’s problem until the advent of Islamic militia like Boko Haram. The far north is home to series of suicide bombing activities and Robots if well stationed at Checkpoints and strategic locations, can detect bombs and defuse them without casualty or minimal casualty. Land mines, suicide bombers and a host of other dangerous attacks can be curtailed if smart robots can be deployed for Military use.

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robots-can-help-solve-security-issues-in-nigeria/

leave robot to the USA.

Even some more advanced countries than Nigeria cannot implement it yet.

Nigeria using robot will cause disaster to technology the same way VAR caused disaster to technology in football

Technology has advanced and we must grow with it. These are strategic ways to help develop any Nation. Robots were used during Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup too. Very effective.