{
  "id": 6722606,
  "title": "2026 NSMQ: Scenes from the grand finale as PRESEC secures 9th trophy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/2026-nsmq-scenes-from-the-grand-finale-as-presec-secures-9th-trophy",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T23:09:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
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    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/2026-nsmq-scenes-from-the-grand-finale-as-presec-secures-9th-trophy/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The University of Ghana auditorium buzzed with excitement as PRESEC-Legon, Accra Academy and St Augustine’s College prepared for the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) grand finale. The tense moments before the contest had already set the atmosphere, and the anticipation was palpable.\n\nAs the competition commenced, viewers were treated to intense battles on stage. Each team fought valiantly, answering questions with precision and speed. The support from anxious fans, who filled the auditorium with colorful displays, added to the vibrant energy of the event.\n\nWhen the final answer was given, the celebrations erupted. PRESEC-Legon emerged victorious, securing an impressive 40 points, which marked their ninth NSMQ title. Accra Academy, making its historic maiden final appearance, claimed the runner-up spot with 33 points. St Augustine’s College put up a strong challenge, demonstrating their prowess throughout the competition.\n\nThis triumph marks PRESEC-Legon's record as the most successful school in the NSMQ history, cementing its position as the competition's top contender. The grand finale was filled with memorable scenes, from the tense anticipation to the jubilant celebrations that followed the final answer.",
  "summary": "The stage was set, the schools were ready and the University of Ghana auditorium came alive as PRESEC-Legon, Accra Academy and St Augustine’s College battled for the coveted 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) trophy. From the tense moments before the contest to the intense competition on stage, anxious supporters, colourful school displays and […]",
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      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "2026 NSMQ finale: Bawumia sends goodwill message to PRESEC, Augusco and Accra Academy",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/2026-nsmq-finale-bawumia-sends-goodwill-message-to-presec-augusco-and",
        "published": "2026-09-10T13:40:15.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Bawumia wishes PRESEC, Augusco and Accra Academy well ahead of NSMQ final",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/bawumia-wishes-presec-augusco-and-accra-academy-well-ahead-of-nsmq",
        "published": "2026-09-10T14:45:05.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Politico EU",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/inside-nigel-farages-battle-to-get-reform-election-ready",
        "published": "2026-09-11T02:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "GBC Ghana",
        "title": "PRESEC Legon clinches historic ninth NSMQ title in thrilling finale",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/presec-legon-clinches-historic-ninth-nsmq-title-in-thrilling-finale",
        "published": "2026-09-11T09:13:56.000Z"
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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."
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