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In this Chapter of novel "The Life Changer" by Khadija Abubakar Jalli, Salma, a student, is caught in an examination malpractice situation. Usually, students caught in such situations would leave the school and seek admission in another university. But being in her final year, Salma doesn't want to leave the school. She confides in her friend Tomiwa and they consider finding influential people who can help her. They approach Habib, who turns out to be the Speaker of the House and offers to help through Professor Dabo. However, Salma realizes that Habib is not trustworthy and decides to approach the Chairman of the Exams Malpractice and Ethics Committee instead. She learns that the Chairman can be influenced with money, and she agrees to pay him. But when she goes to defend herself before the committee, she discovers that the person she gave the money to is not a member of the committee. Salma realizes she has been tricked and feels hopeless. In the end, she confronts the committee with confidence, refusing to reveal her personal relationship with a classmate who helped her cheat. The committee lets her go but promises to take further action. The text ends with Salma's son asking her about her statement regarding Dr Kabir paying for something.

In conclusion, Salma finds herself caught in an examination malpractice situation and tries to seek help through influential people. However, she is deceived and faces the consequences of her actions. The story highlights the importance of honesty and the consequences of cheating in exams.T