The Nigerian Nationwide Petroleum Company (NNPC), now often known as the Nigerian Nationwide Petroleum Firm Restricted, is the state-owned oil company chargeable for the exploration, manufacturing, refining, and advertising and marketing of petroleum merchandise in Nigeria.
Established in 1977, the NNPC performs an important function in managing the nation’s huge oil and fuel assets, formulating insurance policies, and making certain power safety.
In July 2022, NNPC transitioned right into a restricted legal responsibility firm following the enactment of the Petroleum Trade Act (PIA) in 2021. This transformation aimed to enhance effectivity, transparency, and business viability whereas decreasing reliance on authorities funding.
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Beneath is a chronological checklist of the Group Managing Administrators (GMDs) who’ve steered the NNPC since its inception and their geopolitical zones:
Remilekun A. Marinho (1977-1980) – South West
Odoliyi Lolomari (1980-1981) – South South
Lawrence Amu (1981-1985) – South West
Aret Adams (1985-1990) – South South
Thomas John (1990-1992) – South South
Edmund Daukoru (1992-1993) – South South
Chamberlin Oyibo (1993-1995) – South South
Dalhatu Bayero (1995-1999) – North West
Jackson G. Obaseki (1999-2003) – South South
Funsho Kupolokun (2003-2007) – South West
Abubakar Yar’Adua (2007-2009) – North West
Muhammed Bakindo (2009-2010) – North East
Shehu Ladan (2010) – North West
Augustine O. Oniwon (2010-2012) – North Central
Andrew Yakubu (2012-2014) – North West
Joseph Thlama Dawha (2014-2015) – North East
Ibe Kachikwu (2015-2016) – South South
Maikanti Baru (2016-2019) – North East
Mele Kyari (2019-2025) – North East
Bayo Bashir Ojulari (2025-Current) – North Central
