The Science and Mathematics Quiz Team of Pope John Senior High School and Minor Seminary has paid a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto, ahead of its participation in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) competition.
The visit allowed the team to interact with Prof. Aheto, a school alumnus, and seek his support and encouragement ahead of the competition.
The team included the President of the POJOBA Cape Coast Chapter, Prof. Michael Anang; the Vice President, Dr. Eugene Kwateng-Nantwi; other members of the Chapter; as well as four teachers and 20 students.
Prof. Aheto welcomed the team and encouraged the students to remain focused and give their best in the competition. He assured them of his support throughout the competition and during their stay on UCC campus.
As part of his support for the team, Prof. Aheto made a cash donation to assist with their financial needs during the competition.
Prof. Aheto also encouraged the students to consider the University of Cape Coast as their preferred institution for higher education. He highlighted UCC’s standing in global university rankings, stating that “UCC is the best University in West Africa by the Times Higher Education Rankings.”
The President of the Cape Coast Chapter, Prof. Michael Anang, assured the Vice-Chancellor that the team would give its best to advance beyond the semifinals and make the entire POJOBA fraternity proud.
The Quiz Trainer and teacher at Pope John Senior High School, Mr. Eric Awumea, expressed appreciation to Prof. Aheto for his support and encouragement to the students.
