St. Mary's Seminary Wins Final Oti Ticket to 2026 NSMQ

St. Mary's Seminary Senior High School in Lolobi has punched their ticket to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz, claiming the final qualification spot from Ghana's Oti Region. The victory marks a major milestone for the school as they prepare to compete against some of Ghana's top academic powerhouses.

The seminary school emerged victorious in the regional qualifier finals, finishing with 32 points. Nkwanta Senior High School placed second with 23 points, while Oti Senior High Technical School came in third with 16 points.

The National Science and Maths Quiz is one of Ghana's most celebrated academic competitions, bringing together the brightest students from across the country. For many schools, qualifying for the nationals represents years of preparation and dedication from both students and teachers.

St. Mary's Seminary will now join other Oti Region qualifiers as they head to the national championship. The students will face off against schools with long traditions of academic excellence, making their qualification all the more impressive.

Why This Inspires

This victory shows what's possible when small schools dream big. St. Mary's Seminary, located in the quiet town of Lolobi, proves that academic excellence isn't reserved for big city schools with extensive resources.

Their success story will likely inspire other students across the Oti Region to pursue excellence in science and mathematics. When one school breaks through, it creates a pathway for others to follow.

The competition also highlights Ghana's commitment to celebrating academic achievement. By elevating science and math education through competitions like NSMQ, the country is investing in its future innovators and problem solvers.

For the students at St. Mary's Seminary, this qualification represents countless hours of study, practice rounds, and determination to represent their school and region with pride.

Now the real work begins as St. Mary's Seminary prepares to take their talents to the national stage.