Write an article for publication in a national newspaper on the topic, The harmful effects of examination malpractice.

The study revealed an array of factors responsible for examination malpractice in Nigeria which includes: wrong value system, quest for certification instead of knowledge and skills, Laziness, lack of preparation or in-adequate preparation for examination, lack of self confidence, poor school facilities etc.

Examination malpractice has many effects on students, teachers, educational institutions and the educational system as a whole. For example, students who engage in examination malpractice are more likely to be dishonest in other aspect of their life. Majority of them end up stealing or even cheating at work.

Other effects of examination malpractice includes discouragement of students from hard work, low productivity and poor job performances, bribery, corruption, and certificate racketeering. Examination malpractice with its disadvantages is affecting all the facets of the society negatively.

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