Othniel Papa Koranteng Tetteh of RisingSun Montessori School has emerged as the overall winner of the 2025 National Junior Speller Competition (Basic 1-4 category) after a highly competitive national contest involving over 100 spellers from all 16 regions of Ghana.

The grand finale showcased remarkable talent, confidence and linguistic excellence as young spellers advanced through rigorous rounds to secure a place among the Top 20 finalists nationwide. Othniel distinguished himself with exceptional composure, accuracy and consistency, ultimately earning the national title.

Prizes and Awards - Basic 1–4

In recognition of their outstanding performances, winners in the Basic 1–4 category received the following awards:

• Winner (1st Place):
  A cash prize of GHC10,000, a tablet from Homii Mobile, a trophy, a medal, and a framed citation.
• Second Place:
  A cash prize of GHC5,000, a tablet from Homii Mobile, a medal, and a citation.
• Third Place:
  A cash prize of GHC3,000, a tablet from Homii Mobile, a medal, and a citation.
• Fourth to Twentieth Positions:
  Medals and tablets from Homii Mobile in recognition of their remarkable achievement as national finalists.
• All participants received citations and Advanced Oxford Dictionary.

Top 20 Finalists – Basic 1–4

1. Othniel Papa Koranteng Tetteh – RisingSun Montessori School (Champion)
2. Ekua Kuntuwah Essien – UCC Basic School
3. Jayden Addo – Accra Grammar School
4. Ihsan Maryam – KNAS / Literacy Lounge Library
5. Favour Onwuanaizu – Onyx Montessori School, Kasoa
6. Miracle Baafi – Accra Grammar School
7. Chara Abakah – Trinity Lutheran School, Tema
8. Ephraim Kplivi – Majesty Care Academy
9. Ohemaa Akyaa Afrifa-Yamoah – Headlines Educational Centre
10. Maame Adwoa Durowaa – Martyrs of Uganda Preparatory School
11. Jarib Obrembong Kusi – Peniel Glory Preparatory School
12. Yaw Oduro Oheneba-Gyebi – UCC Basic School
13. Nkunim Agyeiwaa Boateng – Onyx Montessori School
14. Shayan Akoyiri Achuliwor – Golden Angels School
15. Tracy Yormesor – The Ace International School
16. Emmanuel Rockson – St. Peter’s Mission School, Botwe
17. Naa Ameley Van Der Puye – Ghana International School
18. Kojo Kyeremanteng Afflow – Able Academy
19. Vannel Nsowah – Bishop Bowers School
20. Kelvin Zumah – Bishop Bowers School

The organisers express deep appreciation to parents and guardians for their unwavering encouragement and sacrifices, as well as to schools, teachers, and spelling coaches whose guidance and mentorship were instrumental in the success of the spellers.

Special gratitude also goes to our sponsors — Homii Mobile, Fortune Spread, Vonara Media, and H & H Gari Mix — for their unwavering support and commitment to promoting literacy and academic excellence among Ghanaian children.