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NSMQ 2026: Tears of relief as Labone SHS survive Notre Dame Sem. in thriller to secure one-eighth spot
August 21, 2026
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NSMQ 2026: Tears of relief as Labone SHS survive Notre Dame Sem. in thriller to secure one-eighth spot

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  • Labone SHS narrowly defeated Notre Dame Seminary SHS and T.I. Amass, Wa in a tense 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Preliminary stage contest.
  • Labone secured a 41-39 victory over Notre Dame Seminary after multiple lead changes throughout the contest.
  • A perfect 10/10 performance in the 'Problem of the Day' round was crucial for Labone, earning them the Jupay Clean Sheet prize.
  • Notre Dame Seminary, despite losing, won the Goil Riddles Bonanza for answering three of four riddles.
  • The NSMQ is produced by Primetime Limited and sponsored by various entities including the Ghana Education Service, Goil PLC, Prudential Life Insurance, and Academic City University.

Why This Matters

The National Science and Maths Quiz is a pivotal platform for promoting STEM education and identifying academic talent across Ghana. Its widespread sponsorship by both government bodies and private companies underscores a national commitment to fostering intellectual development and a skilled workforce. This contributes significantly to Ghana's human capital development and future innovation potential.

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