Nigerian Oil History and Production

The video introduces crude oil as a mixture of hydrocarbons formed from ancient plants and animals. It explains the process of fractional distillation used to separate crude oil into components like petrol and diesel. The history of oil exploration in Nigeria is discussed, highlighting key events such as the discovery of oil by Shell BP in 1956 and Nigeria's entry into the oil production industry in 1958. The impact of the Nigerian Civil War on oil production is noted, along with the establishment of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and Nigeria's membership in OPEC in 1971.

What is crude oil primarily composed of?

• Carbohydrates

• Hydrocarbons

• Proteins

• Minerals

Which process is used to separate the components of crude oil?

• Filtration

• Evaporation

• Fractional distillation

• Crystallization

When did oil exploration begin in Nigeria?

• 1956

• 1903

• 1971

• 1961

Which company discovered commercial oil in Nigeria in 1956?

• Texaco

• Elf

• Mobil

• Shell BP

In what year did Nigeria become an oil-producing country?

• 1958

• 1961

• 1956

• 1971

How many barrels per day were produced in Nigeria before the civil war?

• 150,000

• 5100

• 418,000

• 100,000

What was the impact of the Nigerian Civil War on oil production?

• No impact

• Increased production

• Production stopped completely

• Significant reduction in production

When was the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) established?

• 1961

• 1958

• 1971

• 1966

What does OPEC stand for?

• Oil and Petroleum Exporting Corporation

• Organization of Petroleum and Energy Countries

• Oil Producing and Exporting Countries

• Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries

In which year did Nigeria join OPEC?

• 1966

• 1961

• 1958

• 1971