The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, was established on April 1, 1977, under the statutory instrument-Decree No.33 of same year by a merger of Nigerian National Oil Corporation, NNOC, with its operational functions and the Federal Ministry of Mines & Power with its regulatory responsibilities. This decree established NNPC, a public organization that would, on behalf of Government, adequately manage all government interests in the Nigerian Oil industry. 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.

http://www.nnpcgroup.com/

Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria(PETAN) is an association of Nigerian indigenous technical oilfield service companies in the upstream and downstream sectors of the Oil industry. The association was formed to bring together Nigerian Oil & Gas entrepreneurs to create a forum for the exchange of ideas with the major operators and policy makers. OUR OBJECTIVES • To acquire, develop, advance and promote Petroleum Technology for the benefit of Nigerians. • To foster co-operation as well as high ethical standards among Indigenous Technical Oilfield Services companies. • To monitor and work to improve the performance and quality of services rendered by member companies • To ensure and encourage fair patronage of member companies by Oil Producing companies in Nigeria. • To liaise with Government on matters affecting the interest of members. • To educate and advice Government and its agencies on developments in the Oilfield Services sector of the Nigeria economy. • To promote the economic wellbeing and social welfare of the Oilfield environment and the larger society. • To embark on and promote research and development in the Oilfield Services sector.

http://www.petan.org/welcome/

The Niger Delta Ministry

The National Universities Commission was established in 1962 as an advisory agency in the Cabinet Office. However in 1974, it became a statutory body and the first Executive Secretary, in the person of Prof. Jibril Aminu was then appointed. The National Universities Commission (NUC) is a parastatal under the Federal Ministry of Education (FME). The Commission has a governing Council, currently dissolved by the President and its Executive Secretary is Prof. Julius Okojie, who assumed office on August 3, 2006. In its over 47 years of existence, the Commission has transformed from a small office in the cabinet office to an important arm of government in the area of development and management of university education in Nigeria.

http://www.nuc.edu.ng/

Established in 1999 as a Not for profit, Non Governmental Organization (NGO) NGA set-up by industry stakeholders to foster promotion and rapid development of the gas industry in Nigeria NGA is a Chartered member of the International Gas Union and is globally active in the promotion of the benefits and use of natural gas A dispassionate voice of the industry in advocacy matters relating to the Gas chain A bridge builder fostering dialogue between the Government and all Stakeholders in the Gas Industry to discuss opportunities and provide solutions to industry challenges Provision of industry expertise through our corporate and individual members who have strong industry knowledge and expertise

http://www.nigeriangasassociation.org/

The Nigerian Society of Chemical Engineers (NSChE) was founded in 1969 and operates with the vision of being the center of excellence for the chemical engineering profession in Africa and the prime mover of industrialisation in Nigeria. It aims to generally foster and promote the profession of chemical engineering, in theory and practice, and enhance the usefulness of the profession to the public.

http://www.nsche.org

The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) was founded in 1958 and is the national umbrella organisation for the engineering profession in the country. The objective of the society is to promote the advancement of engineering education, research, and practice in all its ramifications, thereby maintaining and enhancing the professional capabilities of its members so as to better equip them to fulfill the needs of the profession for the good of the public and the nation at large.

http://www.nse.org.ng

The Nigerian Institute of Welding (NIW) is a non-governmental organisation, part of the global body of professionals working towards the development and advancement of global and national industrial advancement through welding technology. Established in 1980, NIW maintains a truly professional and international relevance by meeting requirements for international welding practice through consistent adherence to IIW policies and it’s implementation in all areas of operation.

http://www.niginstituteofwelding.com

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is committed to the enthronement of global best practices in the provision of maritime services in Nigeria. Areas of focus include effective Maritime Safety Administration, Maritime Labour Regulation, Marine Pollution Prevention and Control, Search and Rescue, Cabotage enforcement, Shipping Development and Ship Registration, Training and Certification of Seafarers, and Maritime Capacity Development.

http://www.nimasa.gov.ng

The Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN) was formed with the support of the Nigerian Content Division of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation to address the manpower development needs of the Nigerian oil and gas industry. Its vision is to develop a Nigerian oil and gas training business group that interfaces with Nigerian oil and gas operators, international organisations and Nigerian government to ensure a total human capacity development in the Nigerian oil and gas industry and the attainment of Nigerian content goals.

http://www.ogtan.org

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) is a parastatal of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources dedicated to the purpose of development, promotion and implementation of petroleum technology and manpower development through research and training of Nigerians as graduates, professionals, technicians and craftsmen in the fields of engineering, geology, geosciences, management, economics and relevant fields in the petroleum and solid minerals industry in Nigeria or abroad.

http://www.ptdf.gov.ng

The Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) is a multi-disciplinary learned society that brings together organisations and individuals with a common interest in underwater technology, ocean science and offshore engineering. SUT was founded in 1966 and has members from more than 40 countries, including engineers, scientists, other professionals and students working in these areas.

http://www.sut.org.uk

The Engineering Forum of Nigerians (EFN) provides a forum for Nigerian engineers based in the UK, for the purpose of promoting and influencing engineering development in all its ramifications in Nigeria. Its mission is to promote, encourage and support the development of engineering skills among young people in Nigeria and among young people from black and ethnic minority groups, as well as all other persons with interest in the field of engineering in the UK and Nigeria.

http://www.efn.org.uk

The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) regulates and controls the training and practice of engineering in Nigeria to ensure and enforce the registration of all engineering personnel (i.e. Engineers, Engineering Technologists, Engineering Technicians, and Engineering Craftsmen) and consulting firms wishing to practice or engage in the practice of practice of engineering.

http://www.corenng.org

The Nigerian Academy of Engineering

Petroleum Contractors Trade Section 1. The Chamber promotes Trade and Industry and also represents the opinion of the business community on matters affecting Trade and Industry of Lagos State and where applicable the whole Federation. It is incorporated as a non-profit making organization and its income and property are applied solely for the promotion of its objectives. 2. It is the central organization for collecting distributing and disseminating information of a business nature, especially regulations, tariffs, opportunities for trade and other matters affecting local and foreign markets. 3. In the pursuit of its objectives, the Chamber is non-racial, non sectarian, non-political and gender friendly. 4. The Chamber is a leading member of Nigerian Association of Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) and is affiliated to the Federation of West Africa Chambers of Commerce (FWACC), and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). It has direct contacts with Foreign Chambers of Commerce throughout the world and it can thus give global service to its members, individually and collectively. 5. Apart from its continuous efforts at promoting the collective business interest of its members, the Chamber provides customized services to individual members. 6. Letters of introduction are issued to members to facilitate visa procurement for international travels. 7. Numerous directions, trade journals and periodicals from virtually every country in the world are available to members in the Chamber’s Library and Business Information Centre. 8. Certificates of Origin are endorsed at a moderate cost to members. The service is also extended to non-members. 9. (a) The Chamber’s Annual Report and monthly Newsletters are given to members. (b) A Bi-annual Business Directory of members is currently being published to enhance marketing and networking within and outside the LCCI. 10. The Chamber’s publications are among the leading works of reference and research on investment potentials in Nigeria. Advertisement in the journals and directory is open to members of the Chamber and non-members alike. 11. The Chamber is recognized as the official body through which opinion on commercial and industry matters can be presented directly to Government or other authorities, both national and local. It is frequently consulted by government in advance, on the preparation of new legislation affecting the business community. 12. The Chamber organizes in-house and off-site skills and cognitive training workshops for members and non-members alike. In addition, it carries out consultancy services for members, especially on development of business plan, feasibility study, market research, etc. through its Business Education Service & Training Unit.

http://www.lagoschamber.com/

The Pipeline Professionals' Association of Nigeria's (PLAN) mission is: -To make pipeline issues visible to all stakeholders and thus to ensure safe installation and operating practices -To be known as a center of excellence throughout the region -To promote local content in all pipeline matters where feasible PLAN's objective is: The representation of its members where this may benefit the members and making known the interest of its members as widely and as clearly as possible.

http://www.plan-ng.com/index.html