The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Adamawa State arrests 10 secondary school graduates over an alleged banned “signed out” final-year celebration. According to reports, the Adamawa State Command of the NSCDC says the students took part in the event despite restrictions and that the gathering led to public nuisance and other misconduct. The NSCDC describes the arrests as part of its efforts to maintain public order and prevent disorder linked to such celebrations.
In a statement attributed to the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSC Nyako Amidu Baba, the corps details that the suspects are being held following the incident. The NSCDC cites allegations that the students’ conduct during the celebration breached rules governing final-year activities. The reports focus on the number of people arrested and the reasons given by the NSCDC, including claims of disruption and threats to public peace.
The outlets do not report additional details such as the exact location of the event, the circumstances leading to the NSCDC action, or any court process or charges at the time of publication.