Today is the final of the 2024 edition of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) being held at the University of Cape Coast (UCC).
It will be a fierce contest as Mfantsipim School, Keta Senior High School, and St. Augustine’s College battle for supremacy to clinch the coveted award.
Mfantsipim School, known as Ghana’s oldest Senior High School, has claimed the NSMQ title twice, in 1999 and 2014. Their formidable contestant, Isaac Mensah, has demonstrated impressive resilience and quick-thinking ability throughout the competition, making him a strong contender to lead Mfantsipim School.
St. Augustine’s College, another powerhouse from the Central Region, has consistently proven its mettle in the NSMQ, winning the title in 2007 and 2019, respectively. Known as the “Lords of the Coast,” their reputation for excellence in academics precedes them. This year, Alexander Otoo, their lead contestant, is prepared to uphold that legacy and bring home another victory.
Keta SHTS, from the Volta Region of Ghana, is powered by the enduring “Dzolali Spirit,” which has become a rallying anthem for the school and its supporters. They first reached the finals in 2021, finishing as second runner-up, and their determination has only grown stronger since.
This year, with Perpetual Sefakor Gakpetor leading the charge, Keta SHTS is poised to make history. If they succeed, it will be the first NSMQ title for a school from the Volta Region—a monumental achievement for both the school and the region.
Watch the contest below;
