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National Science and Maths Quiz

Also known as: NSMQ 2026 · #NSMQ2026 · National Science & Maths Quiz · 2026 NSMQ · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz national championship · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Championship · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Grand Finale

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz is produced by Primetime Limited and sponsored by the Ghana Education Service, with support from Goil PLC, Prudential Life Insurance, Pepsodent, Trustur AI, Jupay Money Transfer, Lumevax, GTP, SpinCITI Laundromat, Didi Jollof, Bel Beverage

    NSMQ 2026: Presby SHS, Adeiso survive Wovenu SHTS scare in dramatic finish to reach one-eighth
  3. Joy Online

    Asanteman SHS has stormed into the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) One-Eighth Stage in style, sweeping three major awards in a commanding display at the Main Auditorium.

    NSMQ 2026: Asanteman SHS books one-eighth spot as Senya SHS’s 2nd bid ends in heartbreak
  4. Joy Online

    West Africa Senior High School has sent a loud warning to the competition, powering past Oda SHS and Mankessim SHTS to book a place in the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ).

    NSMQ 2026: West Africa SHS powers past Oda SHS, Mankessim SHTS to book one-eighth spot on 80th anniversary
  5. Joy Online

    Amass, Kumasi and secure an automatic place in the one-eighth stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ).

    NSMQ 2026: Adiembra SHS outwits T.I. Amass in riddles to secure automatic one-eighth spot
  6. Joy Online

    Wesley Grammar School booked their place in the next stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) after edging a determined Kofi Agyei Senior High Technical School side in a tightly contested preliminary stage battle.

    NSMQ 2026: Wesley Grammar escapes Kofi Agyei’s grasp in nail-biting battle to book one-eighth spot
  7. Joy Online

    Francis Xavier Junior Seminary SHS, ended debutants Pentecost SHS, Koforidua’s hopes of reaching the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) with a largely one-sided victory in the Preliminary Stage.

    NSMQ 2026: St. Francis Xavier deny debutants Pentecost SHS one-eighth spot
  8. Joy Online

    Tamale SHS tore through sister school Kalpohin SHS and Wenchi Methodist SHS in the Preliminary stage, turning what began as a close contest into a commanding victory to book their place in the One-Eighth stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ).‎‎The opening round

    NSMQ 2026: Tamale SHS sweep aside Kalpohin, Wenchi Methodist to reach one-eighth stage
  9. Joy Online

    Amass, Wa in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Preliminary stage. The emotional scenes came moments after Labone SHS secured a narrow 41-39 victory over Notre Dame Seminary, with the two schools trading the lead at different stages of the contest.

    NSMQ 2026: Tears of relief as Labone SHS survive Notre Dame Sem. in thriller to secure one-eighth spot
  10. Joy Online

    The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz is produced by Primetime Limited and sponsored by the Ghana Education Service with support from Goil PLC, Prudential Life Insurance, Trustur AI, Jupay Money Transfer, Lumevax, GTP, SpinCITI Laundromat, Didi Jollof, Bel Beverages, Accra Col

    NSMQ 2026: Winneba Secondary School holds off Fijai SHS to reach one-eighth stage
  11. Joy Online

    Kadjebi-Asato SHS has secured victory in a fiercely contested National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) 2026 preliminary contest at the SMS Auditorium.

    NSMQ 2026: Kadjebi-Asato SHS holds off Ahantaman Girls’ SHS to book one-eighth spot
Society

PRESEC wins ninth NSMQ trophy at 2026 grand finale

The News

Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz with 40 points, defeating Accra Academy (33 points) and St Augustine's College (27 points) to claim its ninth NSMQ trophy, marking the school's return to the final after a two-year absence.

21 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. PRESEC wins ninth NSMQ trophy at 2026 grand finale

    Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz with 40 points, defeating Accra Academy (33 points) and St Augustine's College (27 points) to claim its ninth NSMQ trophy, marking the school's return to the final after a two-year absence.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Foreign Minister rewards PRESEC's ninth NSMQ championship win

    Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs and PRESEC alumnus, rewarded the school's NSMQ-winning contestants with MacBooks, teaching staff with laptops, cash, and a holiday treat. He also announced delivery of a special NSMQ bus to the school in December.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 11 September

  1. Special Prosecutor lauds Accra Academy's alumni achievements across sectors

    Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has described Accra Academy as Ghana's foremost all-round school, citing the calibre and impact of its alumni in governance, law, business, entertainment, sports and science. He highlighted the school's scientific heritage and noted that Accra Academy is determined to reclaim its position in science and mathematics after other schools recently took the lead.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Special Prosecutor supports Accra Academy NSMQ team with laptops

    Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, an old student of Accra Academy, presented laptops and other items to the school's NSMQ team following its first-ever appearance at the competition's Grand Finale, urging the team to return stronger and compete for the trophy in 2027.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 10 September

  1. PRESEC Legon wins ninth NSMQ trophy after comeback victory

    Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) has won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz championship, their ninth trophy, after overcoming a slow start to defeat St Augustine's College and Accra Academy in a close final round.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. PRESEC, AUGUSCO, Accra Academy compete in NSMQ 2026 final

    The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale is underway at the University of Ghana with eight-time champions PRESEC-Legon, two-time champions St Augustine's College, and first-time finalists Accra Academy competing for the championship trophy.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. NSMQ 2026 grand finale: PRESEC seeks ninth title

    The National Science and Maths Quiz 2026 grand finale is underway at the University of Ghana, Legon, with PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy competing. PRESEC-Legon, the eight-time champions, are seeking a historic ninth title after a two-year absence, while Accra Academy makes their first-ever grand finale appearance.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  4. NSMQ 2026 Grand Finale: PRESEC, AUGUSCO, Accra Academy compete

    The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale is taking place with Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St Augustine's College (AUGUSCO), and Accra Academy competing for the national title.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Dumelo wishes NSMQ finalists well ahead of 2026 grand finale

    John Dumelo, MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has wished the three finalists of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz—PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy—well ahead of today's grand finale at the University of Ghana Premier Dome. Accra Academy is appearing in the final for the first time, while PRESEC-Legon seeks a record ninth title and St Augustine's College aims for a third.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Bawumia wishes PRESEC, Augusco, Accra Academy ahead of NSMQ final

    Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has wished the three finalists—Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy Senior High School—well ahead of the National Science and Maths Quiz grand finale, describing them as some of Ghana's finest schools.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  7. St Augustine's old boys offer GH¢110,000 motivational package for NSMQ final

    Old students of St Augustine's College have announced a GH¢110,000 motivational cash package for the school's team ahead of the NSMQ grand finale, with individual contestants receiving GHS10,000 for qualifying and potential additional bonuses if the school wins the competition.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Prudential Life Insurance Ghana wins CSR Company of Year 2025

    Prudential Life Insurance Ghana has been named CSR Company of the Year 2025 at the 6th Chartered Insurance Institute of Ghana Excellence Awards, in recognition of its sustained commitment to people, communities and the environment through programmes including mangrove restoration, financial literacy initiatives, healthcare support and STEM education.

    9 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 4 September

  1. NSMQ 2026 grand finale features PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's, Accra Academy

    The National Science and Maths Quiz 2026 grand finale will see record eight-time champions PRESEC-Legon, two-time champions St Augustine's College, and debutant Accra Academy competing for the trophy. PRESEC-Legon has appeared 13 times in the final and is the only school to have won back-to-back titles on two separate occasions.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 3 September

  1. Accra Academy reaches NSMQ Grand Finale for first time

    Accra Academy qualified for the National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale for the first time in the school's history, winning the semi-final on Thursday, September 3, 2026, with 54 points ahead of Bright Senior High School (44 points) and Achimota School (43 points).

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. PRESEC-Legon reaches NSMQ final, chases historic ninth trophy

    Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), the eight-time NSMQ champions, advanced to the 2026 grand finale by defeating St John's School and Tamale Senior High School in the semi-final, scoring 44 points to St John's 25 and Tamale SHS's 16, with a chance to win a record ninth trophy.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. St. Augustine's College reaches NSMQ 2026 grand finale

    St. Augustine's College defeated Prempeh College and Pope John SHS & Minor Seminary in the first semifinal to secure a place in the NSMQ 2026 Grand Finale on September 10 at the University of Ghana. This is the school's third consecutive appearance in the national final since 2024.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Achimota School eliminates Adisadel from NSMQ 2026 quarter-finals

    Achimota School defeated Adisadel College in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz quarter-finals, progressing to the semi-finals after dominating across multiple rounds. Adisadel's early competitive performance unravelled as Achimota built an insurmountable lead through strong performances in Round Two, the True or False round, and the Problem of the Day.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Bright SHS becomes first private school in NSMQ semi-finals

    Bright SHS made history as the first private school to reach the semi-finals of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), defeating Chemu SHTS by one point (27–26) in the 2026 quarter-finals. The school advanced through its first-ever quarter-final appearance after eliminating Ghana Secondary Technical School in the one-eighth stage.

    1 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 31 August

  1. PRESEC-Legon defeats Mfantsipim in NSMQ quarter-finals

    Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), eight-time NSMQ champions, defeated defending champions Mfantsipim School and Presby SHS, Bompata in the 2026 quarter-finals to advance to the semi-finals. The victory allowed PRESEC-Legon to settle a score with Mfantsipim, who had eliminated them in the 2024 semi-finals.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. St. Augustine's College reaches third straight NSMQ semifinal

    St. Augustine's College defeated Aburi Girls' SHS and St. John's Grammar School in the quarterfinals, finishing on 47 points to secure a place in the NSMQ semifinals for the third consecutive year.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 30 August

  1. Prempeh College advances to NSMQ 2026 semi-finals

    Prempeh College finished the first quarter-final on 44 points to secure the first semi-final spot, with Keta SHTS finishing second on 39 points and Ghana National College third on 30 points.

    30 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 27 August

  1. St. John's School advances to NSMQ quarter-finals with commanding victory

    St. John's School secured a quarter-finals spot in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz after dominating its One-Eighth Stage contest against Benkum SHS and Nandom SHS, finishing with 55 points to Nandom SHS's 30 and Benkum SHS's 19.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. St. Hubert reclaims NSMQ seed with comeback over Mawuli

    St. Hubert Minor Seminary has defeated Mawuli School to advance to the quarter-final and reclaim its seeded status for the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz, after trailing 20–15 in the opening round and recovering to finish on 48 points, four ahead of Mawuli.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Augusco advances to NSMQ quarter-finals as rivals walk off stage

    St. Augustine's College advanced to the 2026 NSMQ quarter-finals after a dramatic One-Eighth-stage contest ended with Anlo SHS and Kumasi High School walking off the stage. The contest was marked by scoring disputes, including a partial mark awarded to Augusco on a meninges question and an oversight adjustment in the Problem of the Day.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 25 August

  1. 81 schools compete in 27 NSMQ 2026 One-Eighth contests

    The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz enters its One-Eighth Stage with 81 schools competing in 27 contests from August 26–28, 2026. The schools qualified through winning preliminary contests, high-scoring losses, or seeding, with three schools per contest battling for places in the quarter-finals.

    25 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. NSMQ 2026 One-Eighth stage set with 81 schools competing

    The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz has advanced to the One-Eighth stage, with 81 schools competing for progression. The field comprises 49 automatic qualifiers from the preliminaries, the five highest-scoring losing schools, and 27 seeded schools.

    25 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 24 August

  1. Islamic SHS Kumasi beats Tamale Islamic to reach NSMQ One-Eighth Stage

    Islamic SHS, Kumasi pulled off a late comeback to defeat Tamale Islamic Science SHS 45–40 in the NSMQ 2026 qualifying round, securing a spot in the One-Eighth Stage while eliminating Tamale from the competition.

    24 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Chemu SHTS wins One-Eighth Stage after Saviour SHS loses tiebreaker

    Chemu SHTS defeated Saviour SHS in a tiebreaker to advance to the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz. Despite leading for most of the contest, Saviour SHS drew level with Chemu in the final round at 50 points each, leading to the decisive tiebreaker that Chemu won.

    24 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 23 August

  1. Accra High wins NSMQ 2026 quarter-final spot on final-round surge

    Accra High School claimed the one-eighth stage ticket at the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz by finishing with 33 points, one point ahead of Ghana SHS, Tamale (32 points) and two points ahead of Sunyani SHS (31 points) after a dramatic final round, with Sunyani SHS walking out before final scores were declared.

    23 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Nsutaman Catholic SHS defeats Serwaa Nyarko Girls in NSMQ 2026

    Nsutaman Catholic SHS came from behind to beat Serwaa Nyarko Girls 50–41 and secure a One-Eighth stage spot in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz, with Hope College finishing third on 37 points.

    23 August 2026 · Joy Online

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