In a competition where every second counts, three pairs of contestants share more than just strategy; they share DNA.

This year, the National Science and Maths Quiz has a rare twist: three sets of identical twins, all chasing one crown.

For the Ofori Panin boys, teamwork isn’t rehearsed; it’s instinct. They mirror each other’s gestures, finish each other’s thoughts, and thrive on a connection that goes beyond competition.

“We’ve been doing things together since we were little, so competing together in the NSMQ is just one of those things,” one of them said.

“Instincts do come into play when they do things together; they know each other’s strengths, and it helps a lot,” Mr Donkor, who is NSMQ coordinator for Ofori Panin, added.

At Aburi Girls, it’s the same story told differently: two sisters who push each other harder but always have each other’s back.

“We’re winning this year’s championship title because we’ve worked so hard and we believe God is on our side,” said the twins. Adding to that, their coordinator commended them for being unique and respectful.

“Some twins are difficult to handle but these girls are just different; they’re ready to go with you anytime.”

Over at Wesley Girls, the twin code takes a different form: calm, precise, and quietly powerful.

They led the regional championship earlier this year, proving that twin energy can be both graceful and fierce.

“We work very well together, and being twins helps us a lot because we complement each other. Sometimes she starts an answer and I complete it.”

It’s easy to think NSMQ is just about knowledge. But for these twins, it’s about rhythm, trust, and a bond no formula can measure.

When one falters, the other stands firm. When one smiles, the other already knows why. This year, the NSMQ stage isn’t just a test of intellect; it’s a celebration of connection. Because when two minds think as one… brilliance becomes twice as powerful.