NSMQ 2026: Wesley Grammar escapes Kofi Agyei’s grasp in nail-biting battle to book one-eighth spot

Wesley Grammar School advanced to the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz after a thrilling preliminary round clash with Kofi Agyei Senior High Technical School. The match concluded with Wesley Grammar accumulating 46 points, just five ahead of Kofi Agyei's 41 points. Yilo Krobo Senior High School secured third place with 27 points.

Both Wesley Grammar and Kofi Agyei dominated early rounds, setting a compelling pace. Wesley Grammar claimed the first round with 20 points, while Kofi Agyei followed with 19 points, and Yilo Krobo SHS trailed with 14 points. The lead expanded in Round Two, with Wesley Grammar extending their advantage to 30 points, Kofi Agyei SHTS on 22 points, and Yilo Krobo SHS on 14 points.

The Problem of the Day in Round Three posed a significant challenge, with each team amassing only three points. Wesley Grammar retained their lead at 33 points, while Kofi Agyei SHTS and Yilo Krobo SHS were tied at 25 and 17 points, respectively. The True or False round solidified Wesley Grammar's advantage, pushing them to 43 points, while Kofi Agyei SHTS stayed within striking distance at 35 points, and Yilo Krobo SHS closed the gap to 24 points.

In the final Riddle Round, Wesley Grammar maintained their lead with 46 points, securing victory and progression. Kofi Agyei SHTS fell short with 41 points, while Yilo Krobo SHS ended the contest with 27 points.