Students from Nigeria’s South-East geopolitical zone delivered a dominant performance at the 2026 National Mathematics Competition, winning top honours across multiple categories.
The competition, held in Abuja, attracted thousands of participants from across the country, bringing together some of the brightest young minds in mathematics.
Participants from the South-East outperformed competitors nationwide, emerging winners in several categories and reinforcing the region’s growing reputation for academic excellence in science and mathematics.
Observers attribute the success to consistent academic training, strong discipline, and sustained focus on STEM education within schools across the region.
The performance highlights the increasing competitiveness of students from the South-East and their continued impact on national academic competitions.
