What are the nine oil producing states in Nigeria?
The nine top oil producing states in Nigeria are:
- Akwa Ibom- the largest oil producer with 31.4% (504,000 BPD)
- Delta – 21.56% (346,000 BPD)
- Rivers – 21.43% (344,000 BPD)
- Bayelsa – 18.07% (290,000 BPD)
- Ondo – 3.74% (60,000 BPD)
- Lagos – 2.64% (40,000 BPD)
- Edo – 2.06% (33,000 BPD)
- Imo-1.06 % (17,000 BPD)
Where is petroleum found in Nigeria?
Nigeria has a total of 159 oil fields and 1481 wells in operation according to the Department of Petroleum Resources. The most productive region of the nation is the coastal Niger Delta Basin in the Niger Delta or “South-south” region which encompasses 78 of the 159 oil fields.
Which state is the highest oil producing in Nigeria?
5 Highest Oil Producing States in Nigeria
- Akwa-Ibom. Akwa- Ibom is currently the largest oil producing state in Nigeria after displacing Rivers state from this position.
- Rivers.
- Delta.
- Bayelsa.
- Cross River.
How many states make up NDDC?
The position of Executive Chairman of the NDDC has been a subject of much debate. A compromise was reached where the position would be rotated within the nine oil producing states in alphabetical order: Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo and Rivers.
Which state is diamond found in Nigeria?
Katsina State
The Department of Resource Development in Nigeria’s Katsina State recently found diamond and gold deposits in the area. Afriquejet quoted the state’s governor Ibrahim Shehu Shema as saying that iron ore deposits had also been discovered in the area.
Who is the owner of Dangote refinery?
Aliko Dangote
A giant oil refinery complex being built in Nigeria by a company owned by Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest person, will cost more than double the amount originally projected.
Who is the Minister of NDDC?
Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs
| Ministry overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | September 10, 2008 |
| Minister responsible | Godswill Akpabio |
| Deputy Minister responsible | Tayo Alasoadura |
| Website | www.mnda.gov.ng |
How does Niger Delta Development Commission ( NDDC ) work?
Preparing master plans and schemes designed to promote the physical development of the Niger Delta region and the estimation of the member states of the Commission. Implementation of all the measures approved for the development of the Niger Delta region by the Federal Government and the states of the Commission.
What are the states that make up Niger Delta region?
These states include: Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Delta, Bayelsa, Cross River, Ondo, Abia, Imo and Edo States. This region should not be confused to be the same as the South-South zone of Nigeria. While the Niger Delta Region is the oil-producing region of Nigeria, the South-South zone is a geo-political zone in Nigeria.
Who are the main ethnic groups in Niger Delta?
It is one of the most populated states in the Niger Delta region and has a population of 4 million people. The major ethnic groups in the state include: Urhobo, Isoko and the Itsekiri.
Who is the current contractor of the NDDC?
The Presidency, the NDDC nor its contractor Mr. Alex Duke have said when the training will resume. This and other issues have led the current board of the Commission to cancel some contracts.