The 2023 edition of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) has come to a thrilling conclusion, and the stage was set for an intense battle of wits among some of Ghana’s finest schools.
After an exciting competition, it was the Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School, Legon, that emerged victorious, clinching the championship title. This victory marked an incredible eighth NSMQ championship for PRESEC, Legon, underlining their status as academic powerhouses in the country.
PRESEC, Legon’s Journey to Victory
Throughout the competition, PRESEC, Legon, demonstrated their academic prowess, and their journey to victory was nothing short of impressive. The final scores tell the story of their dominance:
End of Round 1
- PRESEC, Legon: 18pts
- Achimota School: 12pts
- Opoku Ware School: 12pts
End of Round 2
- PRESEC, Legon: 23pts
- Opoku Ware School: 14pts
- Achimota School: 12pts
End of Round 3
- PRESEC, Legon: 27pts
- Opoku Ware School: 16pts
- Achimota School: 15pts
End of Round 4
- PRESEC, Legon: 31pts
- Achimota School: 28pts
- Opoku Ware School: 20pts
End of Contest
- PRESEC, Legon: 40pts
- Achimota School: 28pts
- Opoku Ware School: 23pts
As the scores clearly indicate, PRESEC, Legon, maintained a consistent lead throughout the competition. Their knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking were on full display, and they outshone their competitors, Achimota School and Opoku Ware School, to clinch the NSMQ 2023 championship.
A Remarkable Legacy
PRESEC, Legon’s victory in the 2023 NSMQ is a testament to their rich history of academic excellence. This win marked their eighth championship title, with previous victories in 1995, 2003, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2020, 2022, and now 2023. It showcases their commitment to nurturing and developing young minds to excel in the fields of science and mathematics.
In a world where knowledge and innovation are paramount, institutions like PRESEC, Legon, play a crucial role in shaping the future. Their dedication to promoting academic excellence is an inspiration to students and educators across the nation.
PRESEC, Legon in NSMQ
- Established in 1938
- NSMQ record holders (Most trophies)
- 8-time champions (1995, 2003, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2020, 2022 and 2023)
- 12 appearances at the finals
- 1st Runner-up on four occasions
- Only school to win the trophy back-to-back
- Reigning Greater Accra Regional Champions
- 4-time Regional Champions (2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023)
- Motto: “In Lumine Tuo Videbimus Lumen” (In Thy Light We Shall See Light)
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