Nakeeyat Wins Two Awards For An Epic Performance

The first edition of the ‘African Shenmo Abacus Mental Math Cup and Award Ceremony’ recently came off with an unprecedented presentation of talent and keenness as Nakeeyat Dramani Sam, alongside the Shenmo Ghana team, exhibited their outstanding skills in mental science.

The competition which occurred in Port Harcourt, Nigeria on the 14th October, 2023 brought together more than 1000 kids between the ages of 4 and 15 from 20 African nations.

On behalf of Ghana, Nakeeyat Dramani Sam, under the initiative of Mr. Musa Frimpong (Shenmo Ghana Head) and trained by Mr. Iddrisu Frimpong (Shenmo Ghana teacher), received two noteworthy Gold medals.

These awards were given for their remarkable exhibition in both the Written Mental Math Competition and the Listening Mental Maths Competition. Nakeeyat also achieved the highest honor by receiving the Best Performance Award for her country, Ghana.

The occasion was graced by several inspirers, President Li Mianjun, Founder of Shenmo Education International, China; Dr. Lily Cheng, International Consultant for Shenmo Education and Professor at San Diago State University, USA; Prof. Prince Chinedu, Hon. Commissioner of the Ministry of Education in Rivers State, Nigeria; over thirty (30) Shenmo Principals from China, Singapore, USA and Africa; and over five hundred (500) Parents across Africa, highlighting the importance of this educational project.

Some participating countries at the contest included Nigeria, Libya, Rwanda, Mali, Burundi, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Guinea, Benin, Burkina Faso, Togo, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Niger, Namibia, Botswana, Sudan and Ghana. The presence of students and school heads from a few states across Nigeria, underlined the viability and meaning of this educational strategy.

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Shenmo Abacus Education, renowned outfit that teaches mental mathematics using the Abacus, combines ancient techniques with modern pedagogy, enhancing children’s mathematical skills. The Abacus serves as a visual and tactile tool to foster a deep understanding of mathematical concepts, ultimately improving mental math abilities, concentration, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills among learners.

Shenmo Ghana Abacus Education’s success at this maiden African Abacus Mental Math Cup is a testament to the dedication and excellence they bring to mathematics education in Ghana. They are focused on guaranteeing this project reaches at a huge number of youthful Ghanaians in the not so distant future. They call for the support of all stakeholders in ensuring every child in Ghana gets the opportunity to experience the magic of Abacus for their holistic development.

As the season 10 winner of TV3’s “Talented Kidz” , Nakeeyat was appointed Sanitation Ambassador after winning that year’s event. She is also the ambassador of a few brands in Ghana.