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