Ghana's Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, presented GH¢20,000 in cash and three laptops to Accra Academy's 2026 NSMQ team. The gesture came after the school's team achieved a historic run in the National Science and Math Quiz. Agyebeng also met with the school's headmaster to discuss the team's success. The prize marks a significant recognition of the students' academic achievements. The NSMQ competition is a key event in Ghana's educational calendar.
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