Opoku Ware SHS displayed their wits as they eliminated Wesley Girls' High School and Holy Child SHS from the race in becoming winners of the National Science and Maths Quiz.

The battle proved to be a survival of the fittest as they contested fiercely for a spot in the semi-final stage of the competition.

End of Contest

Opoku Ware School: 49pts
Holy Child School: 40pts
Wesley Girls' High School: 37pts

And the "Akatakyie" are in the Semifinals #NSMQQuarterfinals #NSMQ2020 #Primetime pic.twitter.com/f5PlbIUDgW

— NSMQ Ghana (@NSMQGhana) October 2, 2020

The "Akatakyie" boys did it once again as Richard Kyei Marfo and Noble Asamoah of Opoku Ware SHS unravelled their ammunition in each round of the contest to subdue their contending schools.

Unfortunately, the road ended for Wesley Girls' High School and Holy Child SHS though they proved to be worthy contenders and showed remarkable sportsmanship.

End of Round 1

Opoku Ware School: 21pts
Holy Child School: 15pts
Wesley Girls' High School: 15pts#NSMQQuarterfinals #NSMQ2020 #Primetime pic.twitter.com/s9PmkULwgK

— NSMQ Ghana (@NSMQGhana) October 2, 2020

"Opoku Ware SHS, where are you?" and there, were the two-time champions, with 21 points leading the pack in Round One.

The ladies of the contest; Wesley Girls and Holy Child SHS came roaring with 15 points with the hope of taking the lead in subsequent rounds.

End of Round 2

Opoku Ware School: 26pts
Holy Child School: 16pts
Wesley Girls' High School: 15pts

The Problem of the Day is up next.#NSMQQuarterfinals #NSMQ2020 #Primetime pic.twitter.com/Z5WIkzum4B

— NSMQ Ghana (@NSMQGhana) October 2, 2020

Overcoming all obstacles, Opoku Ware SHS was unperturbed as they occupied their fort with 26 points.

It was indeed a speed race as Wesley Girls' High School and Holy Child SHS found it difficult to keep pace as the battle got intense and challenging in Round Two.

The "Problem of the Day" Scores

Wesley Girls' High School: 09
Opoku Ware School: 07
Holy Child School: 06#NSMQQuarterfinals #NSMQ2020 #Primetime pic.twitter.com/h04o67v00v

— NSMQ Ghana (@NSMQGhana) October 2, 2020

Round Three welcomed 'the lionesses of Wesley Girls'; Gabriella and Benedicta Dontoh as they took charge with 9 points in the 'Problem of the day'.

Not far from reach was Opoku Ware SHS as they secured 7 points to add to their points. Holy Child SHS was at the bottom of the pack with 6 points.

End of Round 4

Opoku Ware School: 49pts
Wesley Girls' High School: 37pts
Holy Child School: 32pts

It's time for the Goil Riddle Bonanza #NSMQQuarterfinals #NSMQ2020 #Primetime pic.twitter.com/9yk5jhpmUW

— NSMQ Ghana (@NSMQGhana) October 2, 2020

It was a welcoming return for Opoku Ware SHS with 49 points in the True or False round.

Keeping up became a challenge for the girls' schools Wesley Girls and Holy Child SHS with 37 and 32 points respectively in Round Four.

Holy Child answers the third riddle! Holico! #NSMQQuarterfinals #NSMQ2020 #Primetime

— NSMQ Ghana (@NSMQGhana) October 2, 2020

The Riddle round had Opoku Ware and Wesley Girl's SHS on the verge of their seats as Holy Child gave a grand entry answering the third and fourth riddles each worth 4 points.

Unfortunately, it was too late for any surprises as Opoku Ware SHS guaranteed their spot in the semi-final stage with 49 points.