{
  "id": 6563891,
  "title": "PRESEC, Augusco and Accra Academy battle for 2026 NSMQ crown today",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/presec-augusco-and-accra-academy-battle-for-2026-nsmq-crown-today-6563891",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T08:57:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
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    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/presec-augusco-and-accra-academy-battle-for-2026-nsmq-crown-today/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) reaches its climactic conclusion today, September 9, 2026, with three contrasting schools - Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St. Augustine’s College and Accra Academy - facing off for the championship title at the University of Ghana Premier Dome. The final provides an opportunity for each school to etch their mark in the storied history of the NSMQ. PRESEC-Legon, a dominant force in the competition's past, looks to reclaim the title after a two-year hiatus, aiming to extend their record with a ninth championship. St. Augustine’s College, two-time champions, enter the final with recent final experience and a chance to add a third title to their collection. Accra Academy, appearing in the grand finale for the first time, bring a hunger to make history in their maiden appearance in the championship decider. The schools' paths to the final showcase the competition's unpredictable nature, with each school having overcome formidable opponents to secure their place on the ultimate stage. The final, produced by Primetime Limited and sponsored by various educational and financial institutions, will undoubtedly produce another chapter in the rich history of the NSMQ, with the ultimate prize reserved for the victorious school.",
  "summary": "After weeks of intense competition, the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) reaches its defining moment today, Friday, September 9, 2026, with Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St. Augustine’s College and Accra Academy set to battle for the championship. The grand finale will take place at the University of Ghana Premier Dome at 3:00 pm, […]",
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        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "PRESEC, Augusco and Accra Academy battle for 2026 NSMQ crown today",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/presec-augusco-and-accra-academy-battle-for-2026-nsmq-crown-today",
        "published": "2026-09-10T08:32:01.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}