President Muhammadu Buhari has said the drilling of oil at the Kolmani field straddled between Gombe and Bauchi has attracted $3bn investments.
He stated this on Tuesday shortly before he flagged off the oil facility.
The president also said more oil discoveries were ongoing in the Anambra basin, lower Benue trough and other areas of the country.
He also said the governors of Bauchi and Gombe States have given assurances of their unwavering commitment and willingness to ensure support and cooperation in these localities as this activity affects the local populations.