Adonten SHS and Fomena T.I. Ahmadiyya Lead Wave of Excellence in National Student Competitions

Ghanaian senior high schools have demonstrated exceptional talent across diverse fields this week, with major victories recorded in business innovation, dramatic arts, and financial literacy. From the GNAT Hall in Accra to the Apatakesie Theatre in Kumasi, students from across the country are proving that their skills and ingenuity extend far beyond traditional academic subjects. These competitions, which focus on entrepreneurship, creative expression, and financial acumen, underscore the growing emphasis on practical skill development within the Ghanaian education sector.

Adonten Senior High School emerged as the champion of the 2026 National Business Pitch Competition (NBPC), organized by Junior Achievement (JA) Ghana. Competing under the theme "Augmenting Innovation," the school presented a student-led business solution that earned them a GHS 10,000 cash prize and the prestigious opportunity to represent Ghana at the regional Company of the Year Competition in Cape Town, South Africa. The event, held on September 26 at the GNAT Hall, also recognized other schools with specialized awards, including the Turf Entrepreneurial Spirit Award and the Carmeuse Public Choice Award, reflecting a vibrant culture of youth entrepreneurship supported by various corporate sponsors.

In the realm of the arts, Fomena T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School triumphed at the Ashanti Regional Students Drama Festival (STUDRAFEST). Their performance of "The Treasure We Broke" at the Apatakesie Theatre resonated strongly with both judges and the audience, securing them the top spot ahead of eight competing schools. St. Louis Senior High School and Kumasi Wesley Girls Senior High School followed in second and third place, respectively. The festival also celebrated individual excellence, with awards for Best Indigenous Play, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Script, while speakers emphasized the critical need for dedicated performance spaces in schools to foster youth creativity.

The 2026 National Investment Quiz (NIQ) also reached a pivotal stage as the quarter-final contests concluded with a nail-biting showdown. St. John’s Grammar School narrowly edged out Mfantsipim School with a score of 47 to 46, though both institutions successfully secured their places in the upcoming semi-finals. This rigorous competition, which tests students' mastery of investment and financial concepts, has now narrowed the field to eight elite schools: Corpus Christi, Wesley Girls’ High School, St. Augustine’s College, Prempeh College, West Africa SHS, St. Louis SHS, St. John’s Grammar, and Mfantsipim.

These successes across the business, artistic, and financial sectors highlight the multifaceted nature of modern Ghanaian education. As Adonten SHS prepares for international competition and the NIQ semi-finalists gear up for the next round, the broader educational community continues to advocate for more resources and platforms to support student innovation. These festivals and quizzes serve as essential pipelines for identifying and nurturing the next generation of Ghanaian leaders, entrepreneurs, and artists.