Mfantsipim School clinches fourth NMSQ title with commanding victory over St Augustine’s and Opoku Ware

Mfantsipim School has reinforced its dominance in the National Science and Maths Quiz, securing its fourth national trophy with a decisive victory over St Augustine’s College and Opoku Ware School in Cape Coast.

The reigning champions tallied 56 points to beat city rivals St Augustine’s College, who scored 42 points, while Opoku Ware finished with 29 points. Represented by Benjamin Kwadwo Boakye Anim, Mohammed Mahama Quainoo, and Tijani Mumuni, Mfantsipim broke the record for back-to-back wins, having also triumphed in 2024 and 2025.

St Augustine’s College, represented by Harold Adama Datti, Nana Benyin Buaful, and Daniel Eyiram Adzano, aimed for their third trophy after previous wins in 2007 and 2019, while two-time champions Opoku Ware, represented by John Kusi, Stephen Kofi Apemah-Baah, and David Opoku, sought a third after victories in 1997 and 2002.

The grand finale, held at the New Examination Centre at the University of Cape Coast, was charged with excitement. Supporters and students engaged in lively “jama” competitions and playful banter, while strict security protocols ensured order following disruptions in earlier rounds involving Prempeh College, Adisadel College, and Mfantsipim.

Mfantsipim dominated from the outset, navigating the speed race and tactical rounds with precision. Despite a strong challenge from St Augustine’s College, the “fathers” maintained composure, steadily increasing their lead and finishing the final round with 56 points, leaving both St Augustine’s and Opoku Ware unable to answer the concluding riddles.

The victory earned Mfantsipim School GHC70,000, an all-expenses-paid trip to Dubai, and additional awards. St Augustine’s College received GHC50,000 with accompanying prizes for second place, while Opoku Ware School took home GHC35,000 and other gifts.

Notably, Blessed Oforiwaa Nsiah of Mankranso SHS was awarded a $40,000 scholarship from Academic City University covering tuition, accommodation, laptop, books, and meals, in recognition of her outstanding performance during the competition.