UNIZIK Enforces Law on “signing off” Tradition among Final-year Students.

Ifeyinwa Susan Francis

The University of Nnamdi Azikiwe has banned the post-examination “signing off” Tradition among Final-year Students. Due to violence, and disruption of normal university activities.

This pandemonium happened on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

A press release on Tuesday signed by Dr Chinenye Okeke, UNIZIK registrar, states the ban takes immediate effect.

The statement read in part, “We ban ‘signing off’ events on campus. Effective immediately, final-year students are prohibited from organizing or participating in any form of orchestration related to final exams. This decision responds to incidents of chaos, violence, and disruption.

“Furthermore, Unauthorized individuals on campus threaten safety. To protect students, staff, and property, we ban ‘signing off’ events.”

“Students involved in these activities will face severe disciplinary measures, including rustication. Outsiders participating in these events will be arrested and prosecuted for disorderly conduct.”

Okeke assured that UNIZIK management is committed to providing academic excellence.

“We urge all students to focus on their academic responsibilities and report any instances of misconduct or threats to safety to the appropriate authorities,” the statement added.