Edinaman Senior High School has made a resounding statement in the Central Region Qualifiers for the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), shattering records with the highest opening score. The Edina-based school topped the leaderboard with a commanding 71 points in Contest Two.
Edinaman's Dominance on Display
Edinaman controlled the contest from the opening round, steadily increasing its lead with strong performances in the Problem of the Day, True or False, and Speed Race segments. The school sealed victory with a composed display in the riddle round.
Regional Rivals Left Behind
The scores at the end of the contest stood at:
Edinaman SHS – 71 points
Mando SHS – 22 points
Nyankumase SHS – 21 points
Eguafo Abrem SHS – 10 points
Edinaman's 71-point tally was the highest recorded by any school on the first day of the Central Regional Qualifiers, reinforcing its credentials as one of the region's strongest contenders heading into the national championship.
Mfantsiman Girls' SHS Sets the Tone
The victory also makes Edinaman the latest school from the Central Region to secure a place at the 2026 nationals, joining Mfantsiman Girls' Senior High School, which booked the region's first qualification slot earlier in the day. Mfantsiman Girls' SHS had set the tone for the region, demonstrating its strength in the competition.
The Road to the Nationals
With more contests scheduled in the coming days, schools across the Central Region will continue battling for the remaining qualification places in Ghana's premier science and mathematics competition. The Central Region Qualifiers will provide a platform for the region's best to showcase their skills and compete for a spot in the national championship.
Source: Joy Online
