Abstract
This paper exhaustively discusses examination malpractice in higher institutions. Its discussion focuses on the concept of examination malpractice, types of examination malpractice, causes, effects on the individual, institution and the society at large, preventions/control. It further outlines the role of a guidance counsellor in curbing the menace of examination malpractice in our institutions of higher learning by administering some counselling techniques and theories. It concludes by making relevant recommendations on how students can eschew the challenges and ensure continuous notion to believe in themselves and abilities at all times, proper reorientation of students in tertiary institutions, as these will help the younger generation to be more focused and determined.