MoMo champions STEM

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM

Mobile Money Limited (MoMo LTD) has reiterated its commitment to nutrients the country’s youth in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), as winners of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), Mfantsipim School paid a courtesy visit to the company’s headquarters in Accra.

Shaibu Haruna, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) — MoMo underscored the importance of NSMQ role in naturing the nation’s youth.

He explained that: “The NSMQ is not just a quiz. It inspires through the exhibition of excellence, and its competitive nature. This motivates other young person, regardless of the school they attend to participate.”

In the 2025 edition, MoMo LTD sponsored both the NSMQ Regional Championships and the Money Zone segment of the National Championship, reinforcing its commitment to education, youth development, digital financial literacy, and nurturing the next generation of fintech innovators.

Mr. Haruna further employed the link between STEM and the financial technology sector — noting that one of the core things done at MoMo is financial technology, which he said is driven by science, technology, and engineering.

Also celebrating the achievements of past participants, he revealed that that MoMo’s Chief Technology Officer and MTN Ghana’s Chief Information Officer are both alumni of the NSMQ, while acknowledging efforts made by the teachers and old students association of the school in nurturing the participants.

Chief Commercial Operating Officer — MoMo LTD, Abdul Razak Issaka Ali also described the support from Momo as a “no-brainer”.

“This platform allows is to take advantage and advance our financial inclusion agenda while supporting the education of the Ghanaian youth,” he stressed.

He commended the winners for their bright performance, and stressed on the excitement and engagement NSMQ generates nationwide.

The 2025 NSMQ champions expressed appreciation to Momo LTD for its impactful support and also acknowledged their teachers, old students for their assistance and encouragement.