The NNPC quiz competition was inaugurated in 2000 and limited to the Niger Delta level, but went national in 2001 Till date, it has run 15 national editions. The 2017 edition is, therefore, the 16 (excluding a year it was not held).
Applications are invited for:
Title: NNPC National Science Quiz Competition 2019
Objectives
- To develop students competitive spirit.
- To break down long-held stereotypes and engendering a better sense of National being in participating students, through the cross-cultural interactions that the contest offers.
- To provide a platform for enlightening the students and the general public on the activities of NNPC.
- To implement a core element of NNPC Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) package.
- To promote Science education in the country.
- To encourage students in the study of Science and Technology related subjects,
- To prepare students in English and General Studies
- To prepare students for promotional and qualifying examinations.
- To build friendship amongst the participating students.
Exam Schedule
South-South Zone
- Date: Monday July 1, 2019
- Venue: Uyo
South-East Zone:
- Date: Wednesday July 3, 2019
- Venue: Owerri
South-West Zone:
- Date: Friday July 5, 2019
- Venue: Oshogbo
North-Central Zone:
- Date: Monday July 8, 2019
- Venue: Minna
North-West Zone:
- Date: Wednesday July 10, 2019
- Venue: Katsina
North-East Zone:
- Date: Friday July 12, 2019
- Venue: Bauchi
The National Finals/Grand Finale are scheduled for September 16 and 17, 2019 at the NNPC Towers, Abuja.
Note: Timelines subject to adjustments where necessary
How to Apply
Interested schools should visit their respective Local Government Area and register under the Local Government Education Department to be able to participate in the competition.
Click the link below to view the 774 LGA’s in Nigeria:
774 Local Government Areas of the Country (PDF)
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