Ho Deanery Emerges Champion in Bishop Fianu 10th Anniversary Inter-Deanery Quiz  

The Ho Deanery of the Catholic Diocese of Ho has been crowned overall winner of the Bishop Fianu Inter-Deanery Quiz Competition, after a thrilling grand finale that pitted them against the Hohoe and Kpando deaneries in a spirited test of knowledge and faith.

The competition formed part of activities marking the 10th anniversary of the Episcopal Ordination of the Most Rev. Emmanuel Kofi Fianu, SVD, the second Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Ho.

The competition was organized by the Regional Directorate of the Catholic Education Unit in collaboration with the Central Planning Committee and ADM Quiz Foundation.

The event held at the OLA Senior High School Assembly Hall, brought together the clergy, laity, students, and dignitaries from across the Volta and Oti Regions. Contestants displayed remarkable intellect and teamwork as they answered questions spanning Church teachings, diocesan history, and academic subjects such as Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

After an intense contest, Ho Deanery clinched the top spot with 53 points, followed by Hohoe Deanery with 45 points and Kpando Deanery with 44 points.

Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Komla, Chairman of the Anniversary Planning Committee, expressed deep joy and gratitude for the vibrant participation. He highlighted the quiz as a “proud expression of our collective thanksgiving” and a testament to the holistic vision of Catholic education where faith and academic excellence walk hand in hand.

Mrs. Alice Dzifa Gligui-Denueme, Regional Manager of Catholic Schools for the Volta and Oti Regions, described the quiz as a fitting tribute to Bishop Fianu’s decade of devoted pastoral service and visionary leadership.

“We are gathered here not just for a test of wits and knowledge, but to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Episcopal Ordination of our Bishop.

“Today we honour his profound commitment to Catholic education and the formation of our young people.”

Most Rev Emmanuel Kofi Fianu SVD, the celebbrant commended the Central Planning Committee and the Catholic Education Unit for the professional organization and lively presentation of the event.

While praising the contestants’ doctrinal knowledge, he observed a need for greater awareness of diocesan history and encouraged priests, teachers, and catechists to use Wednesday religious services to teach children about the diocese so they “know they are part and parcel of it and not just at the periphery.”

Most Rev. Fianu lauded the participants for their teamwork and urged them to share their experiences with fellow students in their home deaneries.

The grand finale, chaired by Madam Benedicta Ama Agbezudor, Headmistress of OLA SHS, was graced by several dignitaries, including the Member of Parliament for Ho Central Constituency Richmond Edem Kofi Kpotosu, The Public Relations Officer for Volta Regional Education Directorate, Forgive Agoha and the Ho Municipal Education Director, Dr. Esther Adzimah-Yeboah.

The OLA SHS Choir added splendour with a moving musical performance.

Fr. Komla also reminded the faithful of the upcoming Anniversary Durbar on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the same venue, which will feature the presentation of the Diocesan Report and a special fundraising drive toward the completion of the Cathedral project at Bankoe.

The Bishop Fianu Inter-Deanery Quiz Competition stands as a joyful highlight of the ongoing anniversary celebrations affirming the Diocese of Ho’s unwavering commitment to education, youth formation, and the harmonious pursuit of faith and reason.