naijainstinct:
I WRITE FOR THOSE WITH SAGACITY, GREAT DISCERNMENT AND UNDILUTED OBJECTIVITY TO LEARN.

Many of us here, especially those who are unemployed have allowed their emotions to becloud their sense of better reasoning.

The reason why many of you here feel like your world will end if DPR does not employ you is mainly because of the fact that because you scaled through the interview of the 2016 recruitment and while basking in the euphoria of the "prospects of a DPR offer" have allowed other wonderful opportunities to pass you. Now, you feel you have inputed so much energy and time and therefore protest is the way out.

I have never been against those who wish to protest, it is your basic right as long as you do so within the ambits of the law and your protest is premised on "substantial evidence" of lawlessness, impunity and/or injustice. In a country where we operate a justice system based on "law of evidence", the million dollar question however in this scenario is "where is the evidence of injustice?"

Information is power and that is what gives some of us an edge over others. Some of us have refused to give up on this recruitment because we are privy to some information not because we are desperate like some others portray themselves to be.

DPR called for applications, DPR invited a number of applicants for test and few for interview and even fewer as successfuls. This is a normal cycle of a 'transparent' recruitment. Were those called for APLs merit or stakeholders candidates? None of us can genuinely answer that question as none of us have the result sheets of our aptitude test/oral interview. One thing is certain, everyone who was called as a successful had the minimum requirement of either an OND for technicians, BSc/BA/BEng for GTs and MSc/MA or relevant experience for EHs. There is a list signed, accepted and acknowledged with the FCC who have also issued a "certificate of compliance" for that recruitment exercise as having met all statutory requirements.

To be fair to DPR and NNPC, there is even still a bit of transparency compared to sister agencies like CBN, FIRS, NCC, NPA and NIMASA to mention a few. At least, they give we common citizens hope to even participate in the recruitment process at all and that is why we can even be here today to debate protest or no protest. When last did CBN or NCC announce an open recruitment? Does anyone here know that CBN, NARSDA and FIRS are currently recruiting with APLs as recent as last week? Needless to mention other 'juicy' and 'less juicy' agencies like NPC, NOSDRA, NAGGW, NBMA, NIPOST, NCC, NIRSAL, FCC etc that conducted secret recruitments between last year till this very moment. DPR's flaw is that they have not closed our portals and few persons come here to give us hope about the recruitment but is that enough to raise a red flag?

The so-called leaked list on twitter got how many retweets again and trended for how many days exactly? That's because no one takes an anonymous handle seriously and I'm very sure all of you twitter activists will dare not use your real twitter handles. LOL.

Let me refresh your memories.......Let's look at well celebrated cases of recruitment scandals and how they ended up;

http://saharareporters.com/2016/03/15/nigeria’s-central-bank-illegally-hired-sons-daughters-and-relatives-former-vp-atiku-igp

https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/200268-caught-employment-scam-cbn-explains-secret-recruitment.html?amp_markup=1

The Central Bank of Nigeria has said it opted for a secret process of hiring new staff in the past two years because the bank was doing “targeted recruitment”.

The apex bank is at the centre of a recruitment scandal exposed by two newspapers.

A news report published Wednesday by Daily Trust, said the CBN secretly recruited 909 staff between June 2014 and February 2015, in violation of due process and federal character principles.

https://www.pulse.ng/news/local/illegal-recruitment-how-1839-privileged-elites-were-hired-by-cbn-firs-and-nps-group/w1gnt5y

According to the group, 909 Nigerians were secretly recruited by CBN, while FIRS and NPS hired 400 and 530 "privileged elites" respectively.

The Citizens of Impact on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 took to the streets of Abuja to protest what they referred to as"targeted recruitment of some family members of highly placed Nigerians" into various government agencies.

The group alleged that 909 Nigerians were secretly recruited into the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), 400 "privileged elites" into the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and 530 people at the Nigeria Prisons Service (NPS).

Convener of the group, Daniel Seun Olatunde said the recruitment was done "under the table" as there was no public advertisement of the positions.

https://www.nairaland.com/3097501/federal-airport-authority-nigeria-did

https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/183-federal-ministries-agencies-in-massive-illegal-recruitment/amp/

Almost all federal ministries, departments and agencies have been carrying out illegal mass recruitments, SUNDAY PUNCH gathered on Saturday.

Many government parastatals including the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, the Federal Ministry of Finance, 183 out of 185 MDAs had recruited 13,780 staff in recent years.

https://www.thecable.ng/investigation-allegations-of-corruption-illegal-recruitment-rock-ipcr/amp

https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/how-ministers-bureaucrats-lawmakers-hijack-federal-jobs-259999.html

https://www.today.ng/news/nigeria/house-reps-drop-motion-alleged-ncc-illegal-recruitment-31312/amp


Bold moves by civil society groups to end the menace but have that stopped CBN? Why did the House of Reps suddenly stop probing NCC's illegal recruitment?

Can we call an advertised recruitment, that saw an aptitude test and oral interview hold in several states of the federation even in the presence of FCC representatives an illegal recruitment?

A junior friend who just got his appointment letter from NASRDA last week only just completed his NYSC late last year but he never rested for a day. Distributing CVs from one place to another, networking and building contacts as much as he could. Some of us have changed jobs more than 3 times since 2016 when DPR announced this recruitment exercise.

I hope through our actions, we don't push DPR into adopting the 'secret recruitment method' which is inherently less cumbersome, less expensive and comes with lesser public scrutiny and lesser controversies. Many of us who applied as GT in 2016, if you are wise enough to have equipped yourself with a higher degree or relevant experience during this period may succesfully apply as and become EHs in the next recruitment which may be next year (from what I have heard).

In summary, there are tons of other opportunities out there. Don't kill yourselves cos of DPR. Even as we wait endlessly, we can still be productive and useful to ourselves. Protest if you must, but remember, if your voice will be heard, dont hide behind anonymous handles and provide substantial evidence of illegality in the recruitment process. Only then, will you be justified. Else, you will make a mockery of yourselves for allowing your lives to be stagnant and absolutely dependent on a 3-year recruitment exercise.

Good luck to us all.


PS: I also wish for a country where justice, fairness and equity reigns supreme. The lawmakers are there for a reason. The FCC is there for a reason. But we choose our leaders and we deserve what we get from those we chose. When we learn to put sentiments aside during electioneering process, maybe just maybe we might get the leaders we truly deserve.

makonko:



So why do you think July resumption ain't feasible

makonko:


How could that be when APLs have already been dispatched?

Itzdanrimi:
is this confirmed?

Dozylala90:


Prov. 24:10 - If you faint in the days of adversity, your strength is small.
Be strong bro, the end is upon us.

Ebonybiuty:
Who are you?

Xtruzz:
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Some successfull applicant's will regrettably be replaced to be given a 2nd chance by december or Feb. Dont daubt me on this 1.

JWhite2Deep:


A waste of using the word "in". " in" anything and Shakur or Ladan in a sentence? Pleaseeeee. Incorru... wetin? Mtchew.

Now I am wondering where the signed, sealed and delivered extension letter went to? Monday is here, lets see whether DPR Mgt is playing with us. .

hopeful2018:
LADAN BOWS OUT OF DPR

Following the expiration of the tenure of Mr. Mordecai Ladan as the Director of Petroleum Resources, and in line with the provisions of Circular Ref. No.SGF.50/S.II/C.S/268, the former Director (2015 - 2019) has formally handed over the affairs of the Department to the most senior officer Mr. Ahmed Rufai Shakur, the Deputy Director and Head, Corporate Services Division in an Acting capacity.

Mr Shakur comes on board with over 32 years experience in the oil and gas industry with very robust service records in the regulatory arm of the sector.

A graduate of the Ahmadu Bello University with a Master of Business Administration degree. Mr. Shakur has held various positions across the value chain of the DPR from the zonal offices to headquarter and has attended numerous management and leadership courses locally and internationally in notable institutions worldwide like the Columbia Business School, New York USA and Wharton Business School, Pennsylvania, USA.

Embodied with renowned past records in strategic leadership, corporate governance and optimal performance, Mr Shakur is expected to steer the Department to the next level.

SIGNED

HEAD, PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Xtruzz:


He proposed a tenure but was given till 18th June, 2021.
"PRESIDENTIAL SEAL" to be delivered to him 18th June, 2019.

Don't abuse or insult me please.

Use your big English to secured job in the DPR.

Ngwoike:
Breaking news: Alhaji Ahmed Rufai Shakur the Head corporate services (HCS) of DPR is now the Ag. Director of DPR effective today 20/06/2019. Congratulations to him. May God grant him the wisdom to pilot the affairs of DPR to the achievement of its vision and mission statements.

kings91:
Good evening all,
Sincerely, I'm always tempted to say something here each time I check in and see what is going, even when I have decided not make further comments.

The glaring point is that most of us here seem to have lost sense of comprehensive interpretation of sentences due to situational complications, sentiment and whatever be the case. I, out of the abundance of my heart told us to be mindful of whom we listen to at this moment (NOT EVERYBODY YOU THINK ARE INTO THE SYSTEM TRULY ARE,...); whether their points are against or in support of your opinions, we ought to be careful. Some are just here to instigate confusion, even if they are saying WAIT or in support of AGITATION, I know what I'm saying, and if you could pay critical attention, you too will see it.

What I may say now is, just wait a litle in order not to soil what's coming for for you (say 2wks frm 2day).
Afterwards, you can take a PERSONAL DECISION (NB not what they say), whether to move on or take a different action.
I just believe I can stop with this until then....
Best of luck!

makonko:
Dijahh

Drop the uncompleted list abeg

Dozylala90:


Okay guys, I'm a comrade in every sense of it and I cannot come out as one to throw a spanner in a noble movement. But here is my advice, if by the 5th of July there's no correspondence from DPR just move on.
The signs over the past few days aren't healthy, but Abraham believed in HOPE even against HOPE. With that said, we will be alright anyways!

Unknownuser:


I understand you. But they will tell you not every applicant is on Nairaland. They will also ask what percentage of applicants are on Nairaland? An answer no one has.

Unknownuser:


I am in support of this, BUT, let's be sincere with ourselves, we need proof. What proof do we have that the recruitment has not ended? What proof do we have that there is truly a second batch/list? What proof do we have to counter the claim, should DPR say they've contacted all successful candidates since last year? We can't just go by what our informants here feed us (not doubting their info in anyway, cos I have been able to personally confirm the second list exists, but I don't have proof as well and I cannot implicate who told me).

The opened portal isn't enough proof, cos they can give flimsy excuses for leaving it unattended and there will be nothing we can do about it. They can as well decide to close it at anytime they feel like.

So guys, we need evidence(s).

abuharith:
the delay on this recruitment might be caused by many factors: The vested interests of the stakeholders, the presentation, passage and signing of the 2019 budget, the expected changes in the mgt of DPR, National Assembly, MPR and of course the unending pressure for inclusion from all and sundry, amongst other reasons. Many people were able to confirmed their names on the second list even before it was leaked by Neverdown on tweeter. So many Dramas took place but one thing is clear, that there is truly a second list. The beneficiaries and the date to be called remained unknown except to the privileged few.

Dijahh:
The second batch ls real the list have been long compile and secured fcc approval by reaching a deal between the two organizations

peepydelano:
Mr Mele Kolo Kyari to take over from Maikanti Baru as the new gmd nnpc from July 7,so the nnpc recruitment applicants should shift their lobbying by focussing more on Mele KK

neverdown999:
Do this maths.

Total Number: 400
Merit: 300+
Unmerited: ----

Of course, this is Nigeria. If truly this recruitment has been highjacked, names on the merit list would be less than 5. In conclusion, this recruitment is fair, very fair.

neverdown999:
I think i should state these facts:

1. 300+ made merit list
2. There're slot for special candidates (very few)
3. This is to reaffirm that the total number selected is 400.
4.Test and interview score not the only yardstick.
5.Federal Character is the major yardstick. (All states have fair slots)
6. Some candidates were favoured because of the position they applied for (Engineers Prioritised)
7. This is one of the fairest recruitment ever.
8. Pls let's be realistic, so many candidates didn't make it
9. I've been a lowkey follower since I left this thread
10. I reactivated my account to give useful updates
11. Even though the hour is here- prayer is still very much needed!

Gec8:


After he once gave January as deadline and the lies caught up with him, now for clout he is giving them June as deadline when he fully well knows it’s game over. I’d reiterate that these ones will be here till December 2019 waiting and asking about a second batch.