Abetifi Presbyterian Senior High School has advanced to the next stage of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) after a thrilling preliminary-round victory over Oti Boateng Senior High School. The contest, held at the SGS Auditorium, was one of the most competitive of the day.
Representing the Eastern Region, Abetifi Presby SHS edged out their rivals with 56 points, narrowly beating Oti Boateng SHS, who finished with 50 points. Sefwi Wiawso SHS from the Western North Region placed third with 16 points.
Both Abetifi Presby and Oti Boateng SHS showed strong intellect, quick thinking, and teamwork from the first round. Their fast-paced responses and confident delivery kept the audience engaged throughout. The lead changed several times, making the outcome uncertain until the final round.
The “Problem of the Day” round proved especially difficult. Abetifi Presby and Oti Boateng SHS each scored 2 out of 10 points, while Sefwi Wiawso SHS earned 1 point. Despite this, Abetifi Presby’s earlier strong performance gave them the edge to win.
The victory sparked loud cheers from Abetifi Presby’s students, teachers, and supporters who attended the event. The team thanked their fans for the encouragement and vowed to prepare harder for the next stage.
Although Oti Boateng SHS did not win, their impressive 50 points keep them in contention. They could still qualify for the one-eighth stage as one of the top five highest-scoring runner-up schools. Many spectators praised their effort, saying they deserve another chance.
The win adds to Abetifi Presby’s growing reputation as a strong NSMQ contender. As they move to the next stage, the school community remains confident and determined to go even further in the national competition.
