Unlock your child mathematical potentials

south east mathematics olympiad is where regions brightest young minds compete for millions of cash prize,life changing scholarships give your child a stage worth their brillance

Eligible State

Abia State, Anambra State, Enugu State, Imo State,Ebonyi State

why join the olympiad

More than a competition.

A turning point. Six ways SEMO shapes the trajectory of every child who steps into the arena.

National Recognition

A prestigious title that follows your child through every future application.

Confidence That Lasts

Public recognition builds a lifelong belief in their own intellectual power.

Academic Excellence

Sharpen the analytical edge that separates good students from top-of-class scholars

Millions in Cash Prizes

Real, life-changing rewards for the sharpest minds across the region.

Scholarship Access

Top performers unlock secondary and university scholarship opportunities.

STEM Career Runway

Direct exposure to engineering, tech, medicine, and research pathways.

1st
Grand Champion
₦2,500,000
Full secondary scholarship
International sponsorship
Gold medal & trophy

2nd
First Runner-Up
₦1,500,000
Partial scholarship
Silver medal
Certificate of excellence

3rd
Second Runner-Up

₦1,000,000
STEM starter pack
Bronze medal
Certificate of excellence

All Finalists Receive Certificates
Top 100 Earn Scholarships
Best Overall: International Sponsorship

For Parents

You've always known your child was built for more.

SEMO is the platform that proves it — publicly, prestigiously, and permanently. Every year, parents who register early watch their children grow into scholars, leaders, and confident thinkers. This is your investment in that future.

Sharpen problem-solving skills that transfer to every subject.

Build the quiet confidence of a child who competes and wins.
Open doors to secondary and university scholarships.

Prepare early for high-value STEM careers — medicine, engineering, tech.

Let them stand shoulder to shoulder with the region’s brightest.

Facts

92%
of SEMO alumni report increased academic confidence.

1 in 4
finalists earn a scholarship offer within 12 months.

15 yrs
of shaping the region’s brightest minds.

300+
partner schools across the South-East region

How It Works

From registration to rewarded.
Four simple steps stand between your child and the SEMO stage.

01
Register Online
Complete the form in under 5 minutes.

02
Receive Confirmation
Get exam venue, date, and study guide via SMS and email.

03
Prepare with Confidence
Access past questions and preparation resources.

04
Participate & Shine
Sit the exam and step into a stage built for brilliance.

“My daughter came home glowing. She placed third in Enugu and it changed how she sees herself. Worth every naira of the registration.”
Mrs. Chinelo Okafor
Parent, Enugu

“SEMO gave my son a scholarship that carried him through senior secondary. Today he’s studying engineering. This competition changes lives.”
Engr. Uche Nwosu
Parent, Anambra

“The best decision we made last year. The exposure, the peers, the recognition — priceless.”
Dr. & Mrs. Eze
Parents, Imo

“A great investment I made Last year and I suerly won’t this year’s event “

Mr Okonkwo

Parent,Ebonyi

FAQ

You asked. We answered.

Who can participate?

Any secondary school student (JSS1 – SS3) currently enrolled in a school within the five South-East states.

Which states are eligible?

The five South-Eastern States:

Anambra,Imo,Ebonyi,Enugu,Abia

Is there a registration fee?

Yes, There is a registration fee of #2000 which can be paid through the form

How do winners receive prizes?

The prizes would be distributed at the final round of the competition

When is the competition?

The competition hosts on Monday,2nd september 2026 at the centers assigned to each state

Registration closes soon
Give Your Child the Opportunity to Shine.
Thousands are already registered. The stage is set. All that’s missing is your child’s name.