The stakes are higher, the pressure is mounting, and the journey to the national championship of the 2024 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) is about to become even more intense.

The stage is set for the one-eighth round, where academic giants will battle it out for a coveted spot in the quarter-finals.

Schools that conquered the preliminary stage with grit and brilliance now face a greater challenge: a clash with 27 formidable schools that secured direct qualification into the one-eighth stage.

This is where dreams are forged—or shattered—and reputations are on the line as these academic powerhouses prepare to push their limits.

Out of an original field of 157 schools, the competition has already seen mind-blowing performances, with 130 schools demonstrating sheer intellectual might in the preliminaries.

Now, 81 schools are set for a thrilling academic showdown. It’s no longer just about participating—it’s about survival, strategy, and superior intellect as they lock horns to secure a slot in the quarter-finals.

The one-eighth stage, spanning three adrenaline-packed days from Saturday, October 19, to Monday, October 21, promises an unmissable spectacle of high-stakes contests.

Each battle will feature three schools in a nerve-wracking intellectual duel, with only the best making it through to the next stage.

Expect nothing short of intense rivalries, nail-biting moments, and waves of emotions—from jubilation for the victors to the heartbreak of narrow defeats.

For the schools that make it to the quarter-finals, the road will continue with greater determination toward the prestigious SGS Auditorium, where the quarter-finals and semi-finals will be held.

The grand finale awaits at the New Education Centre (NEC), where the best of the best will meet to crown the ultimate champion of the 2024 NSMQ.

It’s more than just a competition—it’s a celebration of brilliance, resilience, and teamwork. With bragging rights and the prestigious NSMQ trophy on the line, the coming days are sure to bring unforgettable moments. Who will rise to the challenge? Who will write their names in history?

Stay tuned for what promises to be a spectacular clash of minds as the one-eighth stage unfolds in all its glory.

The 2024 National Science and Maths Quiz is produced by Primetime Limited and sponsored by the Ghana Education Service in partnership with GOIL PLC and supported by Pepsodent, Jupay, and Prudential Life Insurance Ghana.

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Here are the matchups for the one-eighth stage of the competition: