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NNPC FAQs : Some things you should know about NNPC before the Test on December 6th 2014
First of all, let me make it clear that this post in no way assumes that these are the questions that will be asked in the upcoming NNPC aptitude test tomorrow, December 6th 2014.
This is just a guide to what we think you should have at your finger tips before stepping in for the aptitude test tomorrow in case........
Here we go.
Firstly, NNPC stands for Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation.
The Minister of Petroleum Resources/Chairperson is Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke.
The Group Managing Director of NNPC is Dr. Joseph T. Dawha
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is the state oil
corporation which was established on April 1, 1977. In addition to its
exploration activities, the Corporation was given powers and operational
interests in refining, petrochemicals and products transportation as
well as marketing. Between 1978 and 1989, NNPC constructed refineries in
Warri, Kaduna and Port Harcourt and took over the 35,000-barrel Shell
Refinery established in Port Harcourt in 1965.
In 1988, the NNPC was commercialised into 12
strategic business units, covering the entire spectrum of oil industry
operations: exploration and production, gas development, refining,
distribution, petrochemicals, engineering, and commercial investments.
Currently, the subsidiary companies include:
- Nigerian Petroleum Development Company (NPDC)
- The Nigerian Gas Company (NGC)
- The Products and Pipelines Marketing Company (PPMC)
- Integrated Data Services Limited (IDSL)
- National Engineering and Technical Company Limited (NETCO)
- Hydrocarbon Services Nigeria Limited (HYSON)
- Warri Refinery and Petrochemical Co. Limited (WRPC)
- Kaduna Refinery and Petrochemical Co. Limited (KRPC)
- Port Harcourt Refining Co. Limited (PHRC)
- NNPC Retail
- Duke Oil
In addition to these subsidiaries, the industry is also regulated by the
Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), a department within the
Ministry of Petroleum Resources. The DPR ensures compliance with
industry regulations; processes applications for licenses, leases and
permits, establishes and enforces environmental regulations. The DPR,
and NAPIMS, play a very crucial role in the day to day activities
throughout the industry.
Mission
NNPC is an integrated Oil and Gas Company, engaged in adding value to
the nation’s hydrocarbon resources for the benefit of all Nigerians and
other stakeholders.
Vision
NNPC will be a world-class oil and gas company driven by shared commitment to excellence.
Core Values
- Respect for the Individual
- Staff development and growth
- Integrity, transparency and accountability
- Professional Excellence
The NNPC Group comprises of the NNPC Board, the Group Managing
Director's office, eight directorates, namely:
Exploration &
Production, Refineries & Petrochemical, Engineering and
Technical, Gas & Power, Commercial & Investment, Corporate
Services, Finance & Accounts and Business Development.
Each of the
Directorates is headed by a Group Executive Director .
Its Divisions are headed by Group General Managers while its ten
subsidiary companies are headed by Managing Directors.
NNPC has two
partly owned subsidiaries and 16 associated companies.
For more information on
NNPC Board and Executive Management Visit Here
Below are some Frequently Asked Question on NNPC
Renewable is energy from a source which can be managed, so that it is not subject to depletion in a human time scale.
GHGs are gases such as carbon mono-oxide and carbon dioxide whose
presence in the atmosphere results in the earth’s surface being warmer
than it would otherwise be (Global warming).
E10 is a blend of 10% by volume Ethanol and 90% by volume Gasoline. E10
gasoline (also referred to as Gasohol) differs from PMS in that it
contains oxygen which results in more complete fuel combustion thereby
reducing harmfulemissions.
The
Acronym: PPMC means Pipelines and Products Marketing Company Limited.
It was incorporated in Nov. 1988 as a wholly owned subsidiary of NNPC.
It commenced operation in Jan. 1989
What is the relationship between PPMC and NNPC?
PPMC
is a subsidiary of NNPC. NNPC is a Federal Government Corporation
created by the merger of Nigeria National Oil Company (NNOC and Ministry
of Petroleum Resources through decree 33 of 1977.
How many depots does NNPC have and why are some of these depots not functioning?
We have 22 depots across the Country some are not functioning due to
lack of products occasioned by pipeline vandalism and other supply
challenges.
Why is Nigeria always experiencing fuel scarcity and what could be done to find a lasting solution?
Inadequate supply of products due to frequent breakdown of the local
refineries, incessant pipeline vandalism and bureaucratic delays in
discharging imported products, strike actions by labour unions, product
hoarding and diversion by unscrupulous marketers, Government’s policy on
subsidy. Dependence on imported products and changes in market
fundamentals of Crude Oil and Refined products in the International
Markets.
Nigerian
Gas Company Limited. It was established in 1984. with a vision to be
the preferred Gas Company to its present and future customers.
Natural gas is derived from crude oil wells and natural gas wells underground the bowels of the earth in the reservoir.
Natural gas is safe, clean, cheap, and environmental friendly.
For more information and tips, visit
NNPC FAQ Page
Curled from
NNPC Website
The essence of this post is just to spoon-feed you with information that already exists on NNPC website. However, ensure you study your English, Maths, Logic, General Questions and be grounded in your field.
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