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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.
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. NNPC will be a world-class oil and gas company driven by shared commitment to excellence.
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. 1989PPMC 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.We have 22 depots across the Country some are not functioning due to lack of products occasioned by pipeline vandalism and other supply challenges.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 WebsiteThe 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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