30 Questions
What is the main purpose of the Delegation of Authority Framework?
To support effective decision-making and accountability
Who is responsible for providing oversight on all activities of NNPC Limited?
The Board of Directors
What do the objectives of the Framework aim to achieve?
All of the above
In what ways does the Board support effective decision-making?
By providing clarity of roles and responsibilities
What is the significance of delegating responsibilities to committees and management?
Speedy and efficient decision-making
What other objectives may be approved by the Board from time to time?
Such other objectives as the Board may approve from time to time
Who has the authority for the prosecution, defense, arbitration, or settlement of material litigation within NNPC Limited?
BAC
Which entity has the authority to approve NNPC's annual budgets?
NNPC Limited Subsidiary CEO
Who is responsible for significant changes in accounting policies or practices within NNPC Limited?
BSC
Who has the authority for setting treasury policies within NNPC Limited?
BSFIC
Who holds the authority for significant tax restructuring exercises within NNPC Limited?
BSFIC
Who is responsible for asset disposals within NNPC Limited?
BSFIC
Who appoints the NNPC Limited Board of Directors?
The shareholders
Which entity is accountable for NNPC's overall performance and strategy execution?
The CEO
What is the purpose of the Board Committees mentioned in the text?
Overseeing effective NNPC performance
Which document guides the DOA Framework according to the text?
PIA 2021
What is the role of NNPC's subsidiary boards according to the text?
Acting in NNPC's interest with detailed roles and responsibilities documented
What are the Core Principles of the DOA Framework mentioned in the text?
Delegating day-to-day management and implementation of strategic objectives to Management
What type of decisions does the Delegation of Authority Matrix cover?
Strategy and Policy, Risk Management, Governance and Board, Human Resource Management, Legal, and Financial Matters
What does the CEO need to do if any matter requiring pre-approval arises?
Seek approval from the Board Committee responsible
Which decision-making item should consult with other relevant committees to achieve wider input before submission to the Board?
Governance and Board
To whom can the CEO delegate functions according to the text?
Chief Financial Officer or relevant Senior Management Staff
What type of matters are reserved for the Shareholders according to the text?
Appointment and remuneration of Directors, amendment of articles of association, approval of dividends, and changes to NNPC's legal structure
Who must endorse delegated decisions impacting the entire organization prior to presentation to the Board?
The Senior Management Team
Which of the following is not considered a Decision Making Item as per NNPC Limited's Delegation of Authority Framework?
Appointment, remuneration and removal of external auditors before the first AGM
Which of the following is not included in the Risk Management and Assurance Matters as per NNPC Limited's Delegation of Authority Framework?
NNPC strategy formulation
According to NNPC Limited's Delegation of Authority Framework, which of the following is not related to Governance and Board Operations Matters?
Appointment, remuneration and removal of external auditors
Which aspect is not within the scope of Governance and Board Operations Matters according to NNPC Limited's Delegation of Authority Framework?
Changes to mission, vision and values
Which of the following is not a part of the Risk Management and Assurance Matters as per NNPC Limited's Delegation of Authority Framework?
NNPC strategy formulation
According to NNPC Limited's Delegation of Authority Framework, which item does not fall under Decision Making Items?
NNPC Ltd risk appetite and risk strategies
Study Notes
- NNPC Limited's Delegation of Authority Framework outlines various decision-making items and authorities within the organization.
- Decision Making Items: 1. Definition and amendments to mission, vision and values, 2. NNPC strategy formulation, 3. NNPC policy articulation, reviews and approval, 4. Mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and disposals, 5. Investor relations strategy, 6. Amendments to NNPC’s organisation structure, 7. Extension of NNPC’s activities into new businesses or geographic areas, 8. Changes to subsidiary company’s logo, 9. Changes to subsidiary domain name, 10. Changes to mission and values of subsidiary company.
- 1.8.2 Risk Management and Assurance Matters: 1. NNPC Ltd GRC frameworks, 2. NNPC Ltd risk appetite and risk strategies, 3. Appointment, remuneration and removal of external auditors before the first AGM, 4. Appointment, remuneration and removal of external auditors.
- 1.8.3 Governance and Board Operations Matters: 1. Memorandum and Articles of Association, 2. Board and Board Committee charters, 3. Corporate Governance policies, 4. Performance evaluation of NNPC Board & Committees, 5. Board succession planning for Non-Executive Director(s), 6. Succession Planning for key officers of NNPC Limited, 7. Appointment and removal of Directors of NNPC Limited, 8. Appointment and removal of Directors in Subsidiaries, 9. Executive Director(s) remuneration, 10. Non-Executive Director(s) remuneration, 11. Determination of performance criteria and evaluation of CEO, 12. Determination of performance criteria and evaluation of other Executive Director(s), 13. Appointment, evaluation and removal of the Company Secretary, 14. Changes to Board structure, 15. Changes to Board composition.
- The policy to be presented to each Board Committee will be in line with the mandate of the Committees per their charter and applicable governance provisions as prescribed in CAMA 2020 or NCCG 2018.
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