Research Papers/Topics in Oil and Gas Management

Stabilizing Slug Flow At Large Valve Opening Using Active Feedback Control

Abstract The threat of slugging to production facilities has been known since the 70’s. This undesirable flow phenomenon continues to attract the attention of researchers and operators alike. The most common method for slug mitigation is by choking the valve at the exit of the riser which unfortunately could negatively affect production. The focus therefore is to satisfy the need for system stability and to maximize production simultaneously. Active feedback control is a promising way to ac...

Environmental Implications Of Oil And Gas Activities On Livelihoods Of Citizens In Akyinkyin In The Western Region Of Ghana

ABSTRACT The development of Ghana requires adequate revenue generation from the oil and gas sector. In the country’s quest to generate revenue for its development, a number of damages are caused to both the livelihoods of people in the oil producing areas and the environment. The research examined the environmental implications of oil and gas activities on the livelihoods of citizens in Akyinkyin in the western region of Ghana. Both the probability and non-probability methods of research we...

COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN MANAGING PETROLEUM REVENUES IN AKYINKYIN IN THE WESTERN REGION OF GHANA

ABSTRACT The oil sector contributes to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), provides jobs and community development in Ghana. In June, 2007 when oil was discovered on the Jubilee fields in Ghana, it brought jubilation to the populace, especially the oil producing western region as the nation was to generate an extra source of revenue for the country’s growth agenda. Despite the immense contribution of oil revenues, community members have been relegated towards contributing to petroleum revenu...

OIL AND GAS EXPECTATION MANAGEMENT IN GHANA

ABSTRACT It is expected that the discovery of oil and gas in commercial quantity in the jubilee field in Ghana raises the hope and expectation of revenue flow and job creation for the citizens. However, oil and gas could end up as a resource curse or blessing depending on how the expectation of citizens are managed. This study therefore examined the expectation management of oil and gas in Ghana. Specifically, the study ascertained the framework of expectations management, examined the expect...

FACTORS AFFECTING THE PROFITABILITY OF RETAIL FUEL OUTLETS IN URBAN AREAS: A CASE STUDY OF ACCRA

ABSTRACT Many fuel stations in Ghana have explored alternative sources of income in order to remain profitable and it is a concern that there are too many fuel stations, resulting in an overtraded market. The retail fuel outlet businesses in the country incorporated the usage of various market mix elements to improve their profitability, price positioning, and competitive advantage to survive and grow (Johne & Davies, 2002). Achieving efficient and effective product marketing strategy by an o...

THE EFFECTS OF OIL AND GAS EXPLORATION ON THE SOCIOECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF JOMORO DISTRICT OF GHANA

ABSTRACT Several works have explored the relationship between oil and gas exploration and the livelihood. Such works posit that the two are undeniable inversely related (Auty, 1993; Le Billon, 2005; Basedau, 2005). Inferring from the state of oil exploration and its effects on the livelihoods of the host communities, one observes the significant role oil and gas exploration play in the national economy while at the same time impoverishes the host communities. Thus, using the positivist approa...

ASSESSMENT OF PETROLEUM REVENUE MANAGEMENT IN GHANA, FROM 2011 TO 2017

ABSTRACT Ghana commenced the commercial production of oil in 2010 with the subsequent passage of the Petroleum Revenue Management Act, 2011 (Act 815) and the Income Tax Law to govern the management of the petroleum revenues. In spite of Act 815 as amended, Act 893 in 2015, regarding sustainable revenue management; government’s expenditure from the Ghana Petroleum Fund on recurrent and non-capital items creates sources for concern. This study therefore, was set out to examine the various pet...

An Evaluation Of The Effects of Efficient Risk Management in the Downstream Oil and Gas Sector (A Case Study of Selected Filling Stations in Gusau Metropolis)

ABSTRACT This study was carried out to investigate the effects of efficient risk management in the downstream oil and gas sectors. To achieve this objective, the researcher developed and administered a questionnaire on fifty five staffs of A.A. Rano Nigeria Limited and Total Nigeria Plc in Gusau. The likert scale statistical and graphical method was used in testing the null hypothesis. From the study, it was observed that these filing station have a technique for risk identification and evalu...

Perspective on The Role of Occupational Health and Safety Measures: Implication on Employee Performance and Organization Productivity in Selected Organizations in Gusau Metropolis

ABSTRACT This study was carried out to investigate the perspective on the role of occupational health and safety measures: implication on employee performance and organization productivity in selected organizations in Gusau Metropolis. To achieve this objective, the researcher developed and administered a questionnaire on fifty five staffs of A.A. Rano Nigeria Limited and Total Nigeria Plc in Gusau. The likert scale statistical and graphical method was used in testing the null hypothesis. Fro...

THE REASSESSMENT OF THE LEGAL INCIDENCE OF POWERS, RIGHTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF HOLDERS OF LICENCES/LEASES IN THE PETROLEUM SECTOR IN NIGERIA

There exists rights, powers and restrictions on the holders of the petroleum licences in the Nigerian Petroleum Industry, but these rights and powers are whittled down by the provisions of the Petroleum Act and other relevant legislations. The constitution vests the ownership of mineral resources to the Federal Government and by the Land Use Act, all lands are vested in the State Government. The rights and powers of the holders of the licences/leases can be revoked but must be done in accorda...

COMPETITION AND PROFITABILITY IN THE NIGERIAN DOWNSTREAM OIL SECTOR:A CASE STUDY OF FORTE OIL PLC

ABSTRACT Purpose:   The  main   purpose   of   this   empirical   work   is   to   identify   (if   any)   the   coherentrelationship between the concepts of competition and profitability of firms in the Nigeriandownstream oil industry, using Forte Oil Plc. (FO) as a case study. And consequently, drawup recommendations on how firms can improve their profitability in the sector.Methodology/Approach:   Case   study   methodology   is   used   to   analys...

EVALUATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF 2-D SEISMIC SURVEY IN PETROLEUM EXPLORATION: A CASE STUDY OF GNPC, VOLTAIAN BASIN PROJECT

One of the widely debated topics in petroleum exploration in the management of its undesirable adverse effects on the environment. An accurate evaluation of the potential biophysical and socioeconomic impact will minimize the negative impacts of petroleum exploration and enhance the benefits thereof. Due to higher uncertainties associated with the potential presence of oil and gas in the Voltaian Basin, a 2-D seismic survey is carried out by Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) to help...

WELL STIMULATION IN OREDO WELL USING HYDRAULIC FRACTURING

Hydraulic fracturing plays a key role in the economic production of hydrocarbons from a reservoir by inducing permeable channels to improve the drainage area and to ease flow of oil and gas into the wellbore (Burton et al, 2002). A pressure transient test in Oredo O well, Oredo field located in Benin city, Nigeria, revealed a skin factor of +7.58 and flow efficiency of 0.53 (Kelechi et al, 2015). These are indications of a damaged well. PROSPER software (production system performance) has bee...

Corporate Social Responsibility: A Case Study of Royal Dutch Shell in the Niger Delta

Abstract According to Nasin et.al, 1997: ‘CSR  issues progresses from a period in which the issue was thought of to a period of increasing awareness and expectation for action and then to a period when new standard for dealing with issues become ingrained in the normal functioning of the company’ This research work highlights shell’s CSR in the Niger delta region which has and is still facing a lot of issues which encompasses what Nasin et.al had stated. These issues began sub-conscio...