{"id":43895,"date":"2026-04-14T16:42:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T14:42:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/?p=43895"},"modified":"2026-04-14T16:42:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T14:42:25","slug":"bishop-hiiboro-warns-teachers-against-aiding-exam-malpractice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/14\/bishop-hiiboro-warns-teachers-against-aiding-exam-malpractice\/","title":{"rendered":"Bishop Hiiboro warns teachers against aiding exam malpractice"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b><i>By Sabri Dibaco<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Catholic Bishop of Tombura\ufffeYambio Diocese, Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, has called on teachers across South Sudan to refrain from assisting students in examination malpractice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He cited that such behavior undermines the future of the nation. Speaking during the opening of the new ECSS St. Paul Secondary School in Yambio, Bishop Hiiboro emphasized the importance of integrity in education.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He urged both teachers and students to uphold honesty at all times.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bishop strongly condemned cheating in all its forms, describing it as a betrayal of personal dignity and national values. Highlighting the Church\u2019s mission in education, he stated:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWe are called to deliver knowledge for a better future, where our children grow in wisdom, faith, and service to society.\u201d he said.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bishop stressed that examinations are meant to assess knowledge and build character\u2014not to provide shortcuts to success. He warned that when teachers aid malpractice, they erode trust in the education system and produce graduates who lack the skills needed to contribute meaningfully to society.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe Church does not support any malpractice or forgery when it comes to examinations. Study for life, not for exams, to avoid such temptations,\u201d he added.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bishop Hiiboro further urged teachers to act as role models by guiding students with discipline and strong moral values, rather than facilitating dishonest practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He cautioned that helping students cheat damages the credibility of schools and weakens national development efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, the Acting Minister of Education, Elias Box, reaffirmed the government\u2019s commitment to education, describing it as a fundamental pillar for national development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOpening a new school is a sign of hope and progress. We remain committed to improving the quality of education across the state and the country,\u201d he said.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Governor of Western Equatoria State, Daniel Badagbu, also emphasized the importance of unity and investment in education, noting that a peaceful environment is essential for educational progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cEducation is the strongest pillar for rebuilding our communities and empowering our youth for a brighter tomorrow,\u201d he stated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The event concluded with Bishop Hiiboro encouraging students to work hard and achieve success through genuine effort, reminding them that true success comes from honesty, dedication, and integrity.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Sabri Dibaco The Catholic Bishop of Tombura\ufffeYambio Diocese, Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, has called on teachers across South Sudan to refrain from assisting students in examination malpractice. He cited that such behavior undermines the future of the nation. 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