Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Adamawa State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 10 secondary school graduates for allegedly engaging in the banned final-year celebration popularly known as "Signed Out." The suspects, who include students from Capital School, GDSS Demsawo, Doubelli and Damilu, were apprehended by the command's Safe School Response Squad following intelligence reports of disruptive activities. The arrests were confirmed in a statement issued on Friday, July 24, 2026, by the command's Public Relations Officer.
According to the NSCDC, the students were allegedly involved in painting their bodies, tearing their school uniforms, engaging in street fights, and other acts capable of disrupting public peace and order. The statement noted that the trend had become a growing concern for parents, school authorities, and the general public, prompting the Adamawa State Ministry of Education to issue a directive banning the practice last year. This year's celebration reportedly took a more dangerous dimension, with allegations that some participants disguised themselves in suspicious outfits and robbed members of the public of their mobile phones and other valuables.
During the operation, officers made a startling discovery: one of the persons arrested was found wearing a school uniform but was reportedly not a student. The command also found that some of those apprehended were not final-year students, as initially presumed, but were still in SS1 and SS2. The State Commandant has consequently directed a comprehensive investigation to identify all those involved and establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident. He reiterated the command's commitment to preventing activities capable of disrupting academic programmes, threatening public safety, or endangering students and residents. The command is working with relevant school authorities to verify the identities of all students and individuals connected to the incident.
The Adamawa State Ministry of Education banned the "Signed Out" celebration in 2025 following growing concerns over violence, public disorder, and other misconduct associated with the end-of-school festivities. Authorities have since warned schools and students against participating in the practice, citing threats to public safety and the security of students. The NSCDC has directed the Safe School Response Squad to intensify engagement with school authorities and other stakeholders to strengthen preventive measures and ensure that schools remain safe and conducive for teaching and learning.
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