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Abetifi Presby SHS Outshines Rivals in Day 3 Opener of NSMQ 2025 Prelims

24th October 2025

Abetifi Presby SHS begins Day 3 of the NSMQ 2025 Preliminary Stage with a confident 56-point win over Oti Boateng SHS and Sefwi Wiawso SHS. Their performance hints at a strong one-eighth stage appearance.

SGS Auditorium Sets the Stage for a Fierce Opening

The third day of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) 2025 began on a thrilling note at the SGS Auditorium, where Abetifi Presby Senior High School displayed intellectual dominance to top their group with 56 points.
Their closest contender, Oti Boateng SHS, put up a strong fight with 50 points, while Sefwi Wiawso SHS struggled to keep pace, finishing with 16 points.

This first contest of the day established a spirited tone for the rounds ahead, as both Eastern Region schools demonstrated remarkable speed, precision, and confidence across all stages of competition.

Round-by-Round Breakdown

Round 1:
Abetifi Presby started the contest strongly, scoring 24 points within the first round, showing excellent recall and conceptual clarity. Oti Boateng followed closely with 21 points, while Sefwi Wiawso managed 7 points, struggling mostly with physics and chemistry items.

Round 2:
The @trustur.ai Speed Race brought competitive energy. Abetifi Presby extended their lead to 38 points, with Oti Boateng right behind at 34 points. Their speed in answering arithmetic and reaction-based questions impressed the audience.

Round 3:
The @PruLifeGhana Problem of the Day proved challenging. Both Eastern contenders—Abetifi Presby and Oti Boateng—earned 2/10 each, showing parity in problem-solving, while Sefwi Wiawso managed 1/10.

Round 4:
At this stage, Abetifi Presby’s composure shone. They pushed ahead with 53 points, Oti Boateng rose to 43 points, and Sefwi Wiawso stayed at 16 points.

Round 5 – GOIL PLC Riddle Bonanza:
Abetifi capped their fine performance by correctly answering two riddles, sealing their final 56 points to top the chart, while Oti Boateng closed with 50 points after snatching one riddle in the final moments.

Quality of Answering and Teamwork

Abetifi Presby’s team exhibited excellent coordination and timing. Their lead contestant maintained steady composure through all rounds, particularly during the speed race, where their accuracy rate remained among the highest of the day.
Oti Boateng, on the other hand, showcased improved teamwork compared to their 2024 prelims performance, but a few miscalculations in Round 4 cost them critical points that could have tipped the balance.

Sefwi Wiawso’s performance, though modest, demonstrated potential, especially in chemistry and general knowledge. Their time management and question selection, however, will require tightening in future contests.

Historical Context: Abetifi Presby SHS in NSMQ

Abetifi Presby SHS has gradually become a strong Eastern Region contender in the NSMQ. Their return to form in 2025 echoes their notable 2022 preliminary triumph, where they recorded one of the region’s top scores.
Though they have not reached the grand finale in recent years, their consistent top-eight appearances in the preliminary stages have positioned them among the dependable academic forces from the East.

Their victory on Day 3 not only secures them a one-eighth stage qualification but also places them as one of the top regional representatives likely to advance deeper into the knockout phase.

Performance Outlook: Can Abetifi Presby Go Further?

With 56 points, Abetifi Presby enters the next round as a credible challenger. Their scoring pattern—strong in speed and concept rounds—suggests a well-balanced team capable of sustaining pressure in higher-stakes contests.
However, their relatively average performance in the Problem of the Day round could be a vulnerability against tougher opponents like Ofori Panin SHS and Our Lady of Grace, who have dominated similar rounds with higher accuracy.

If the team sharpens its problem-solving speed and maintains its rhythm from Day 3, Abetifi Presby SHS could push beyond the one-eighth stage and possibly secure a quarter-final berth—a feat that would reaffirm their steady academic rise.