The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South Constituency, Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, is expanding the frontiers of his transformative educational initiative aimed at equipping young learners with a strong foundation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
The annual Kingsley Maths and Science Quiz, now a flagship academic competition within the constituency, brings together all Junior High Schools (JHS) in the area to compete in a spirited display of intellect and innovation.
Now in its sixth year, the competition continues to positively impact thousands of pupils across 78 Junior High Schools and 92 primary schools, spanning both public and private institutions, including a school for the deaf within the constituency.
Since its inception, the competition has significantly improved learning outcomes in Maths, Science, and spelling, especially among primary school pupils.
Municipal Director of Education for the Abuakwa South Municipality, Comfort Ofori Appiah, hailed the initiative as a powerful catalyst for driving positive learning outcomes across the municipality.
According to her, the competition is having a direct and measurable impact on Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) results.
“In our 2024 BECE results, all our top performers for the municipality were contestants from the quarter-finals to the finals. They all performed excellently. The same can be said for the years before. This shows there is a direct correlation between the quizzes and learning outcomes,” she revealed.
Madam Ofori Appiah expressed particular satisfaction at seeing schools like Asiakwa R/C Primary School and Apedwa Presby JHS rise to the top and emerge as champions.
She explained, “These were not schools that made it to the top in the past, and for these schools to start making it to the top means the impact is reaching the grassroots, and now, every school wants to be part of it.”
It also came to light that some of the early participants have advanced to represent their schools in the prestigious National Science and Maths Quiz at the secondary level. Their academic excellence has even earned a few of them admission into top-tier universities in the United States, including Memphis University.
According to Dr. Agyemang, the competition is designed to give students an early head start in STEM education—a field he believes is key to Ghana’s future.
“The world is moving towards STEM. For the next generation to actually become useful in this space and contribute meaningfully to our country’s development, they need preparation that goes beyond normal classroom tuition,” he said.
“Through this competition, students enhance their understanding of core concepts in Maths and Science,” Dr. Kingsley Agyemang explained.
The MP added that his vision is to build the capacity of young students in the constituency so they can confidently compete with peers from top-tier institutions both locally and internationally.
Over the years, Dr. Agyemang has consistently funded the competition in partnership with the Abuakwa South Municipal Education Office, ensuring the initiative’s sustainability. Beyond financial support, he has also consistently provided essential learning materials to help participating schools adequately prepare for the challenge.
This year’s 2025 edition of the competition ended on a high note, with Asiakwa R/C Primary School and Apedwa Presby JHS emerging as champions of the Kingsley Spelling Challenge and Kingsley Maths and Science Quiz, respectively.
Addressing the finalists at the closing ceremony, Dr. Agyemang applauded their determination and excellence.
He noted, “We are incredibly proud of your achievements and the spirit of excellence you have displayed throughout the competition. Keep soaring higher.”
The impact of the initiative is already being felt by students, parents, and educators alike. One contestant shared how the competition has transformed her confidence and academic approach.
“This competition has helped build my confidence to speak publicly and also confront difficult topics with a lot of flair. I know that others like me, who couldn’t stand to speak in front of people, are getting a lot from this competition, and I can only thank our MP for starting this.”
A parent also praised the initiative, saying, “Since my son started participating in the quiz, I can see a real change in his appreciation of what he is being taught in school. This is what we need for our kids in the Abuakwa South Constituency.”
Municipal Director of Education, Madam Comfort Ofori Appiah, also appealed to other benevolent organizations to come on board and partner with the initiative to expand its reach, ensuring the next generation of thinkers is adequately prepared for the future of both the municipality and the country at large.
“I must commend the MP for starting this initiative. It is a laudable one, but of course, others can still come on board to support the initiative in any way, to help us enroll more schools so that every child can benefit.”
Looking ahead, Dr. Agyemang revealed that more educational interventions are in the pipeline to boost literacy levels across the constituency. He also announced plans to collaborate with international investors, particularly from Hollywood, to establish Africa’s biggest movie studio and AI centre in Abuakwa South—a move he believes will open up even more opportunities for the youth.
Through this bold and consistent investment in education, Dr. Kingsley Agyemang believes he is nurturing the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders—sowing good seeds today for a brighter tomorrow.