102 Yakubu Gowon Crescent Telephone: (+234) 703 583 0641-4 Asokoro District (+234) 708 999 6090-1 P.M.B. 339, Garki Fax: (+234) 9 314 5267 Abuja, FCT Nigeria May 26, 2024 Ref: FMOFIER-240520-MINDIVER-F793 Mr. Wale Edun Honorable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for Economy Federal Ministry of Finance Central Business District, Abuja, FCT ATTENTION: Mr. Stanley Nyeso George, Director, International Economic Relations Mineral Sector Support for Economic Diversification Project (MinDiver) IDA 59900-NG Implementation Support Mission April 15 –23, 2024 Management Letter and Aide Memoire On behalf of the Bank team responsible for the mission that took place from April 15 – 23, 2024 to support the implementation of the MinDiver project, I would like to thank you, the MinDiver Project Implementation Unit (PIU), and our counterparts at the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development (MSMD) and the Ministry of Steel Development for the excellent cooperation extended to the mission. With a Project closing date of May 31, 2024, the objectives of the mission are to support implementation of on-going activities under the MinDiver Project and agree on actions for orderly project closure. The World Bank would like to acknowledge the efforts by the MSMD and the PIU, to sustain progress in project implementation, resulting in an increased disbursement rate of 96% and an acceleration of eligible expenditures for ongoing activities. The project is expected to be almost fully disbursed within the grace period, allowed for eligible payments. We are therefore, pleased to report that nearly all the project development objective (PDO) level indicators and most of the intermediate-level indicators are expected to be achieved by the close of the project, as outlined in the attached Aide Memoire. We would like to thank the MSMD and the Ministry of Finance for their continued leadership on ensuring that budget provisions to sustain achievements under MinDiver are in place by project closure. It is pertinent that we remind you that the allocation of sufficient budget to sustain the investments made under MinDiver is a covenant introduced to the Financial Agreement between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the World Bank and signed in June 2023 as part of the project extension requirements, till end of May 2024. As part of this effort, it was agreed that the PIU will update a previous version of the MinDiver Sustainability Plan (see Annex 2 of this Aide Memoir for details), which outlines the budgetary, training, and human resources required to ensure that results achieved under the project are maintained after the closure of the project. This plan, accompanied by the completion report and evaluation as well as a detailed handover report are expected to be presented to the MSMD leadership team before the close of the project. We would like to take this opportunity to remind the PIU and the Ministry of Solid Mineral Development that the project will not be able to finance services and goods that will be Mr. Wale Edun 2 May 26, 2024 implemented or received after the close of the project on May 31, 2024, as per the Financing Agreement for the project. Financing of goods and services received or works executed after project closure would be deemed as ineligible expenditure. Finally, it is also important that we remind the PIU on the importance of timely arrangements for the project closure event and also, for the Government’s ICR preparation. The Bank is committed to supporting Government to maintain the current implementation momentum, and the Bank team will continue to be available to engage in the sector even after the close of the MinDiver Project. The mission Aide Memoire, which summarizes the findings and agreements reached with the Government team during the visit, has been discussed with the PIU. Attached is a final copy for your reference. We would be pleased to receive any comments you may have on the content. Please accept the assurances of my highest regards. Sincerely, Taimur Samad Acting Country Director, Nigeria Western and Central Africa Region Mr. Wale Edun 3 May 26, 2024 CC: Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development • Mr. Henry Oladele Alake, Honorable Minister, Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development • Dr. Mary Ogbe, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development • Mr. Sallim Salaam, Project Coordinator, MinDiver Federal Ministry of Steel Development • Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, Honorable Minister, Federal Ministry of Steel Development Federal Ministry of Finance • Mrs. Jafiya S. Lydia, Permanent Secretary (Finance) • Mr. Stephen Ohaeri, Deputy Director, IERD, Federal Ministry of Finance • Mr. Yomi Ismail Lawal, Assistant Director, IERD, Federal Ministry of Finance IDA-IBRD • Ms. Ayanda Dlodlo, Executive Director for Nigeria, Angola and South Africa, IDA-IBRD • Ms. Zainab Ahmed, Alternate Executive Director for Nigeria, Angola and South Africa, IDA-IBRD • Ms. Gladys Anthony Ekwere, Senior Advisor to the Executive Director, Nigeria, Angola and South Africa, IDA-IBRD Mr. Wale Edun 4 May 26, 2024 Nigeria: Mineral Sector Diversification Project (MinDiver - IDA 59900) (P159761) Implementation Support Review April 15 –23, 2024 Aide Memoire I. INTRODUCTION 1. A World Bank implementation support mission for the Nigeria: Mineral Sector Support for Economic Diversification Project (MinDiver, IDA-59900) was held from April 15 –23, 2024. This Aide Memoire includes a summary of findings and agreed actions of the mission. The mission was led by Noora Arfaa (Co-TTL, Sr. Operations Officer) and Martin Lokanc (TTL, Sr. Mining Specialist), with participation from, Adaeze Lisa Wigwe-Chizindu (Young Professional), Akinkunmi Oladipupo Onimole (Procurement Specialist), Arigu Yusufu Kudu (Financial Management Specialist), Gladys Omone Fayomi (Environmental Specialist), Elijah Abiodun Siakpere (Sr. Social Development Specialist), and Dumebi A. Okwuosah (Program Assistant). 2. The objectives of the mission were to support implementation of on-going activities under the MinDiver Project, including a review of the status of procurement, financial management, safeguards, consultant inputs for key activities, results and indicator status, and project implementation plans and consider actions for orderly project closure. 3. The Mission would like to express its gratitude to the Ministry of Solid Mineral Development (MSMD) and the MinDiver Project Implementation Unit (PIU) for preparing comprehensive project progress reports and for their effective cooperation. The mission included several meetings with beneficiaries which allowed the Bank team to see tangible on the ground progress of project activities. The Aide Memoire was consulted on with the PIU and the MSMD, after the mission and their feedback was solicited. 4. This Aide Memoire is classified as for Official Use Only, for the World Bank and the Government of Nigeria. The list of people met is included in Annex 1. II. PROJECT DATA AND RATINGS Table 1 - Key Project Data and Ratings Project Data USD (millions) Original Project Amount 150 Restructured Project Amount 120 Total Disbursement 115.32 Disbursement in FY24 (July 1 – June 30) 18.8 Closing Date May 31, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun 5 May 26, 2024 Project Ratings: Past Current (November 2023) (May 2024) Project Development Moderately Satisfactory Moderately Satisfactory Objective (PDO) Implementation Moderately Satisfactory Moderately Satisfactory Progress (IP) III. IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS AND KEY FINDINGS Implementation progress overview 5. Over the last several months, implementation of the project has accelerated as efficiency gains have been made resulting from an earlier project restructuring. The Implementation Progress (IP) rating for the project remains at Moderately Satisfactory; however, based on the final assessment of the project, this rating could be upgraded to Satisfactory. As of May 14, 2024, total disbursements stood at 96 percent (US$115.32 million), with expenditures of around US$111 million. With just two weeks remaining in the life of the project, US$4.7 million remains undisbursed at the project level. Most of this amount is allocated to the few large contracts that are currently under implementation, including the airborne survey, geochemical survey, and the contract for investment facilitation. While the current portfolio of on-going activities is critical to achieving desired results, their implementation remains on track and the Bank team sees very little risk for delay. Invoicing and Payments for COMPLETED activities are likely to happen in the last week of May or in early June 2024 (during the grace period). In addition, there are very few activities under procurement (around US$100k). The project is projected by the PIU to have an undisbursed balance of less than US$500k by its close. Mr. Wale Edun 6 May 26, 2024 6. With fewer activities under implementation and improved project management over the last 12 months, the project management is Satisfactory. Based on the most recent assessments, fiduciary controls under the project remain strong, financial management and procurement performance ratings is Satisfactory. In addition to this, over the last several months, MinDiver has made considerable progress in the development and implementation of its Environmental and Social (E&S) obligations as required under the project. 7. Similarly, progress towards achieving the PDO is also rated as Moderately Satisfactory. Based on the final assessment of the project, this rating could be upgraded to Satisfactory. Over the last several months leading up to the closing of the project, the PIU undertook field-based assessments to validate the achievements of the project indicators. Based on these efforts and the results reported by the PIU, the team remains confident that most, if not all PDO-level indicators, will be fully achieved or will have surpassed their target. As of April 2024, of the six PDO level indicators, five have been fully achieved and exceeded with a high-performance rating, while one PDO-level indicator is still on track, having been substantially achieved. As of March 2024, four intermediate results indicators have been fully achieved with a high-performance rating, four have substantially met their targets with strong progress having been achieved; and four intermediate level indicators are rated by the team as modest with good but partial progress having been made. None of the indicators are completely off-track. (See the full results framework in the annex). Beyond the indicators that are monitored through the results framework, there of course have been other important results that were achieved in the project, which we expect will be highlighted in the Implementation Completion Report (completed by both Government and the WB). 8. As mentioned above, most activities under the project have been completed or are nearly complete. The mission agreed that bi-weekly meetings will be held with the Bank and the task team to follow-up with on-going activities as the project comes to a close. A summary of key activities currently under implementation is as follows: a) Geophysical Airborne Survey: While in the past the geophysical airborne survey experienced significant delays in implementation, the consultants – Xcalibur – have been able to maintain considerable progress and the production rate is aligned with the work program as agreed in the contract. As of April 28, 2024, data for 1,539,380 line-km has been acquired, with a 97.4 % completion rate. Based on the current rate of data acquisition, the airborne survey is expected to conclude with sufficient time to complete the quality assurance and control (QA/QC) and data analysis work. Some unavoidable risk of delay, resulting from weather, security or faulty airplanes remain, but the PIU has put in place a team to proactively monitor progress. b) Standard Gravity Airborne Survey: In April 2024, the PIU signed a contact amendment with Xcalibur to undertake Standard Gravity Airborne Survey which will provide the Government of Nigeria and potential investors with another layer of geological data in select areas. Xcalibur had indicated that it Mr. Wale Edun 7 May 26, 2024 would take approximately three weeks to complete the survey from the time of deployment/mobilization. There have been some delays, and given the tight- implementation period, there are risks that the standard gravity airborne survey will not be completed at the close of the project. The PIU has put in place a team to proactively monitor progress and help to resolve bottlenecks. In addition, as anticipated at the outset, it is highly unlikely that the data will be integrated into the investment facilitation program. Some of the integration work may be picked up by NGSA after the close of the project. c) Geochemical Survey: Despite some delays, progress of the geochemical survey is positive. The Environmental and Social Management Plan referred to in the October 2023 Aide Memoire has been finalized, disclosed, and implemented, albeit with the need for more monitoring. As of April 15, 2023, all fieldwork related to the geochemical has been completed and sample analysis for the batches A&B, which included 3,111 samples, have been completed and statistical evaluation is ongoing. The remaining 7,689 samples for batches C & D have been collected and sent to the lab for analysis. However, there have been some delays in receiving the sample analysis of the laboratory for batches C & D, but this seems to have been resolved at this stage; the PIU will continue to monitor progress. It was agreed that all data received after May 19, 2024 while useful and should be uploaded and disseminated through the geodatabase as per the ministry’s data policy though this data would not be integrated into the investment facilitation program. d) Investment Facilitation Program: The investment facilitation and data integration assignment are currently underway. The objective of this assignment is to advise and assist the MSMD and to coordinate the translation of large geological datasets into investor-ready information that can be used to drive engagement with investors, both domestic and foreign. This is in line with MinDiver’s strategy to deliberately target and attract domestic investors to complement investment promotion to foreign investors. As of April 15, 2024, the consultancy – Beak – made some promising progress and identified around 15 target areas based on data received, for which they were preparing the prospectuses. Additional target areas will be identified as the data is received and analyzed. More specifically, predictive mapping for provinces and commodities is ongoing, some predictive maps have been produced and shared with the PIU for review. Training program for the MSMD has been developed to cover predictive mapping, data integration and investment facilitation. Report submitted for Target Identification and Ranking and is undergoing review by PIU. Based on discussions with Beak, it was agreed that the cutoff date for receiving data will be May 19, 2024. In particular, the mission notes that data from the last zone for the geophysical campaign is unlikely to be submitted to the government in time for use under the Investment Facilitation activity. However, the contract is designed to identify eight priority targets and with data available Mr. Wale Edun 8 May 26, 2024 from other zones (which are more prospective for metallic minerals than the zone delivered last) the Bank team believes that the Consultant can deliver on its contract. Risk remains however, and the mission recommended that the PIU develop a detailed timeline for providing data to Beak based on implementation timelines for the airborne and geochemical surveys to manage this risk proactively. As noted above, the data acquisition from the gravity survey will also note meet the cutoff period. The government may wish to utilize its own resources to analyze the final zone of the geophysical campaign for investment promotion purposes. e) ISO Certification of the NGRL Laboratory: This activity continues to be implemented albeit with some delays. Equipment has been delivered to the laboratory and BRGM has provided technical training to NGRL staff offsite due to security constraints faced by the contractor. In late March 2024, the MSMD together with the NGSA, decided to relocate core functions of the Kaduna laboratory, which were intended for certification, to a site in Abuja. The new site will be more accessible to investors and benefit from stable electricity; however, the relocation has resulted in further delays in the ISO certification process. The mission emphasized the necessity of ensuring that proper health and safety measures are in place at the new site. Finally, it was noted that achieving certification for the entire laboratory by the close of the project is unlikely. To address this, the mission recommended that the PIU continue to engage with NINAS to confirm the process for partial certification and ensure that comprehensive handover notes are provided to the MSMD and NGSA so that the certification process can continue after the close of the project. f) Additional Project Closure Activities: It was also agreed that as the project comes to a close, several key launch and pre-closure activities will be implemented, including: a. Launch of the Decision Support System (DSS) b. Launch of the gender strategy for the mining sector c. Launch of the Central Economic Corridor Report d. Two investment promotion events in London and in Nigeria e. National Gemstone and Jewelry Show f. Launch of Documentary on MinDiver g. Inauguration of the core shed h. Finalization and presentation to the Ministry on the completion report, sustainability plan, and handover report for the MinDiver project. g) Review of Amendments to the Mining Act: In addition, the mission agreed that the project could provide advisory support on the review of amendments to the Minerals and Mining Act, 2007. A long list of potential lawyers with expertise in the mining sector and draft ToRs have been shared with the PIU and the MSMD. In addition to this, the Bank will provide its own comments to Mr. Wale Edun 9 May 26, 2024 the law based on a direct request from the Honorable Chairman of the House Committee on Solid Minerals, Gaza Gbefwi. IV. Project Management Environmental and Social (E&S) Safeguards 9. The project, in compliance with its safeguard’s obligation has implemented all relevant mitigation measures to address potential social risks associated with the project activities. Similarly, the project also developed and implemented the applicable Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) for all project intervention sites as required. Considering rehabilitation works at the Nigeria Institute of Mining and Geosciences, Jos (Tudun-Wada) Campus and Renovation of cafeteria within NIMG Jos (Permanent Site) Campus are still ongoing, the mission advised the PIU to ensure full compliance with all mitigation measures in the ESMP and secure the commitments of the parent ministry and user department to the full implementation of the mitigation measures as documented in the ESMP after project closure. 10. To ensure effective management of potential Sexual Exploitation and Abuse/Sexual Harassment/Gender-Based Violence SEA/SH/GBV risk under the project, the project developed and implemented a GBV/SEA/SH accountability and response framework including Gender Action Plan (GAP). In addition to implementing these actions, these documents were also extensively publicized with public enlightenment campaigns across the project intervention areas emphasizing preventive and available mitigation measures through radio, jingles, pamphlets etc. All activities under these action plans are expected to be implement by the relevant department in the ministry post project closure. 11. To ensure that the views and concerns of beneficiaries are taken on board and promote effective citizen engagement, the project developed a robust Grievance Mechanism (GM) and a citizen engagement and accountability framework. The GM was developed with a well-designed multiple uptake points and dedicated channel for SEA/SH/GBV reporting that ensures confidentiality, safety, and promotes ethical standard. To ensure the sustainability of the GM beyond the project life, the GM was revised and socialized with relevant stakeholders including the ministry and relevant department and ministries of Solid Mineral and Steel Development into a sector specific national GM. Similarly, the pilot implementation of the citizen engagement activities is currently ongoing in two states (Kaduna and Osun) as well as capacity building for the ministries staff. This is intended to set the pace for full implementation of the citizen engagement activities post project closure. 12. As of the last mission, 22 grievances were received under the project with 100% resolution of these grievances. In terms of analysis of the nature of the complaints, these grievances were related to delayed salary payments of Ladi Kwali Pottery Center (LKPC) security staff, theft incidents, concerns related to the implementation Abbreviated Resettlement Action Plan (ARAP) for LKPC, allegations of destruction of crops, Mr. Wale Edun 10 May 26, 2024 accusations against community youth for theft by the contractor, and concern about unfamiliar faces in communities during the Geochemical mapping exercise. 13. E&S Audit – To ensure complete closure of E&S commitments and responsibilities, the project conducted an environmental and social audit for all activities implemented under the project since inception. Findings from the audit revealed some gaps in the implementation of the ESMPs related to Renovation of Nigeria Institute of Mining and Geosciences, Jos (Tudun-Wada) Campus and Renovation of cafeteria within NIMG Jos (Permanent Site) Campus which are still ongoing. The PIU is advised to ensure full implementation of corrective actions and secure the full commitment of the parent ministry and user department to implementing all corrective measures / recommendations in the E&S Audit report prior to project closure. The E&S audit also identified E&S gaps in previous renovation works in some MCO offices. To address these gaps, the PIU is advised to urgently develop and assign to the user department in the parent ministries an environmental and social code of practice to manage potential post renovation works. A sample template was shared during the last mission. 14. As recorded in the E&S audit report, the PIU and by extension the ministry/ user department upon project closure is advised to take note and ensure full implementation of the actions and recommendation listed under table 6.1 and 6.2 of the report. Annex 3 encapsulates the core of the E&S Audit recommendations. 15. As the ESMP compliance monitoring for the Geochemical Mapping including the Addendum for the southwest continues, the Bank expects to receive the E&S Reports for March till date, for immediate review and further necessary guidance. The project reported on progress made on the ESIS and that E&S data uploaded onto the DSS and its accessibility. The PIU is advised to share the link to the E&S data to enable access by stakeholders. The environmental safeguards performance is rated as moderately satisfactory based on the non-compliance identified by the Audit conducted. Project Closing and Reporting 16. As the closing date for MinDiver approaches at the end of May 2024, the mission discussed the need to ensure sustainability of project results and that there would be a proper handover of activities and outputs to the relevant beneficiaries. In addition to this, there is a clear need to document the achievements and results made under the project. 17. A sustainability plan, which outlines the funding, training, and human resources required to maintain key project results associated with the system and institutions set-up and strengthen under the project, was prepared in early 2023, and will be updated. The sustainably plan will be part of a broader handover report to the Ministry and project beneficiaries that will outline where project activities have been concluded and, what next steps should be taken to maintain momentum. 18. To complement this, the PIU has been working on a final implementation completion report that systematically evaluates the achievements under the projects, even Mr. Wale Edun 11 May 26, 2024 those that are not reflected in the results framework. In addition, a documentary is being developed that narrates and documents the achievements made under the project and will be shared with the public through 4 30-min television spots. 19. Each of these will be shared with the ministry and project beneficiaries during a final closeout workshop (date to be determined). 20. Finally, the Bank team are of the understanding that part of the PIU will be maintained after the closing date of the project to pay invoices, manage the transfer of assets, etc. and that PIU’s offices will have to undergo renovations to bring it back to its original state as per the lease agreement. We would like to take this opportunity to remind the PIU and the Ministry of Solid Mineral Development that the project will not be able to finance services and goods that will be implemented or received after the close of the project on May 31, 2024, as per the financing agreement for the project. In addition, as discussed during the mission the Bank’s safeguard policies will apply to all works financed through the project. Procurement 21. All major procurement activities for the project have been implemented and properly documented. The Procurement Performance of the Project is rated Satisfactory. The Project has set up various committees to monitor milestone delivery of three major contracts which are between 90 – 97% completion and ensure their completion as only goods and services delivered before Project closure will be eligible for Bank financing. Financial Management (FM) 22. As part of the implementation support mission, the federal coordinating unit, a single entity project was reviewed based on the risk of outstanding documentation and project closure on May 31, 2024. In addition, this review was done as a follow-up to outstanding actions from previous implementation support mission and fiduciary in-depth review findings held in March 2023. Findings from this review and details of the discussion held on April 16, 2024, are elaborated below. 23. FM risk rating and performance rating. The FM risk rating is sustained as Moderate (residual) and the FM performance rating is maintained as Satisfactory because of timely submission of quality interim financial reports (IFRs), internal audit reports, and timely resolution FM issues. The performance rating could be downgraded if the project outstanding balance is not documented in client connection and the huge balance existing in drawdown NGN bank account is not utilized for implementation of project activities. 24. Staffing. The FM team on the project consists of one (1) project accountant, one (1) assistant project accountant, and three (3) support staff. The staff turnover is low. These five staff have been on the project from inception to this review. The FPFMD under the office of the federation's accountant general has been providing FM staff for the project. Mr. Wale Edun 12 May 26, 2024 These staff are experienced, well qualified and have been providing financial function for the project. 25. Financial Reporting and Budgeting. The interim financial reports are being prepared using accounting software (Pliny-e). The IFR for the fourth quarter that ended December 31, 2024, was submitted to the Bank on February 14, 2024, before the due date. A review of the IFR generated from the accounting software was accurate and was found acceptable. There were no issues identified with the IFR provided by the project. The next IFR for the first quarter of March 2024, is expected to be delivered to the Bank on or before the due date of May 15, 2024. The work plan for the year 2024 was cleared by the TLL on January 29, 2024, and it formed the basis for the implementation of project activities. 26. Accounting system and Record Keeping. The accounting system, processes, and procedure are in place, adequate and meet the project's needs. The Pliny-e accounting software is being used to capture financial records and transactions of the project. The software can generate interim financial reports (IFRS). 27. Internal Control and Internal Audits. Internal control issues of unretired advance, inadequate documentation, and questionable expenditure relating to fiduciary in- depth review were adequately resolved. The sum of US$3,602.00 for international travel by Taiwo Otitolaye was refunded as follows: April 18, 2024, US$2,602.00 and May 9, 2024, US$1,000.00. The project internal auditor conducts a risk-based quarterly internal audit review on the project transactions. The Internal audit report for the quarter that ended December 31, 2024, was shared with the Bank. There were no major issues raised in the report. The internal audit report for quarter 1, 2024 will be due by May 20, 2024. It was agreed that the internal auditor needs to deliver the report to the Bank on or before the due date. 28. Funds Flow and Disbursement. The flow of funds from the Bank to the project is adequate. As of May 10, 2024, disbursement was at 92% (US$82,326,194.56) out of US$110,400.00. The Bank noted that outstanding documentation was US$1,062,000, though a reduction from the previous balance. The project FM team was advised to ensure that this figure is documented in client’s connection by May 30, 2024. Also, the project has designated (US$ and NGN) accounts in the central bank of Nigeria. Bank balances were US$1,528,637.20 and NGN352,672,050.62. The huge amount in NGN account poses a risk of forex challenge, especially now that the project will be closing. However, the project explained that the amount in the account is meant for invoices expected for payment to contractors. The project FM was guided by the Bank’s FM team on how to avoid huge drawdown from US$ account to NGN account as the project is closing. In addition, further disbursement to the project if the funds in project accounts are not utilized for intended purposes will not be approved by the task team. 29. External Audit. As required, the audited financial statements including domestic report for the year ended December 31, 2023, will be due for submission to the Bank on or before June 30, 2024. At this review's time, the external auditors had commenced the 2023 audit exercise. It was resolved that the auditors (office of the Auditor General for the Mr. Wale Edun 13 May 26, 2024 Federation) need to finalize the audit report and send it to the project for transmission to the Bank on or before June 30, 2024. 30. Fiduciary in-depth Review. There has been consistent follow up by the Bank to ensure that all issues relating to the fiduciary in-depth review findings were resolved. The Bank noted that the only pending issue of refund of US$3,602 has been resolved. Mr. Taiwo Otitolaye refunded the money in two tranches of US$2,602.00 and US$1,000.00, on April 18, 2024, and May 9, 2024, respectively. Agreed actions from the mission: Action Responsible Timeline agency Submit IFR for quarter 1, 2024 FCU By May 15, 2024 Submit quarter 1, 2024 Internal audit report FCU By May 20, 2024. Withdrawal applications to be submitted for FCU May 30, documentation of eligible expenditures of 2024 US$1,062,000. Submit FY23 audit report and management FCU By June 30, letter to the Bank 2024 V. NEXT STEPS AND AGREED ACTIONS 31. The following table summarizes the agreed actions: Table 2 - Summary of Agreed Actions Action Responsible agency Timeline Safeguards Geological campaign Partial ISO Certification of Laboratory – PIU May 23, 2024 Follow up with batch D results; and training of NGRL staff on statistical analysis/ evaluation. Advance on the installation of XRL. PIU May 23, 2024 Meet with NINAS and schedule the assessment PIU May 30, 2024 after the installment is completed; PIU to nominate focal person to follow up with Laboratory certification. Preparation and launch of core shed. PIU May 30, 2024 Training Program on Gemstone and Jewelry – PIU May 30, 2024 Preparation and launch of national jewelry show. Sustainability and change management Mr. Wale Edun 14 May 26, 2024 Action Responsible agency Timeline Change management – Completion of May 30, 2024 handover report. PIU ICT and Integration PIU and EY May 14, 2024 Nigerian Mineral Resources Decision Support System (NMR-DSS) - Preparation and launch of DSS (and Geodata) NGSA to be trained by Beak to perform data PIU May 30, 2024 integration. Continued following up with Ministry of On-Going Finance on sustainability budget request. PIU/WB MCO – PIU to decide co-location of server PIU ASAP request; and follow up with GAF to prioritize training of staff. Investment promotion events in Abuja and PIU May 30, 2024 London, UK – PIU to plan and execute events with support from Consultant and Beak. Closing Report PIU May 20, 2024 Documentary PIU/WB May 30, 2024 Review and finalize edit and scripts for documentary Mr. Wale Edun 15 May 26, 2024 Annex 1: List of officials met NAME DESIGNATION Hajiya Fatima Umaru Shinkafi Executive Secretary, Solid Minerals Development Fund Dr. Abdulrazaq Garba DG, NGSA Sallim Salaam Project Coordinator, MinDiver Abba Usman Deputy Project Coordinator, MinDiver Linus Adie Senior Technical Advisor, MinDiver John Eyre Technical Advisor, International, MinDiver Akintunde Babarinde Procurement Specialist, MinDiver Olumoyegun Ayo Project Accountant, MinDiver Also Abdullahi Technical Advisor, National, MinDiver Michael Toko Environmental Safeguards Specialist, MinDiver Seyi Olawale Monitoring & Evaluation Consultant, MinDiver Ishiaku Kigbu Media Lead, MinDiver Amanda-Lumun Feese Technical Advisor, Policy/Strategy, MinDiver Olufunke Dasylva Project Assistant, MinDiver Kelvin Ezewu IT Specialist, MinDiver Olubunmi Kuku EY Martin Eigbike PMO/EY Habeeb Omar PMO/EY Adaora Aleadu PMO/EY Noora Arfaa WB, Co-TTL (Senior Operations Officer) Martin Lokanc WB, TTL (Senior Mining Specialist) Elijah Siapkpere WB, Senior Social Development Specialist Gladys Fayomi WB, Environmental Specialist Akinkunmi Onimole WB, Procurement Specialist Arigu Yusufu Kudu WB, Financial Management Specialist Adaeze Wigwe-Chizindu WB, Young Professional Dumebi A. Okwuosah WB, Program Assistant Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Annex 2: MinDiver Sustainability Plan Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 vc Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Annex 3: Recommendations from the E&S Audit Non-Compliances Recommended corrective actions Timeline Responsibility Responsibility for for monitoring implementation MCO Regional offices across six Carry out E&S risk assessment for the Two MinDiver Ministry of solid geopolitical zones. operational phase of the MCO offices in weeks Safeguard unit Mineral / Complete absence of E&S risk terms of waste management, Health, and Ministry of Steel assessment and management plan for Safety, including fire prevention, and with oversight the renovation of Mining Cadastre develop an action plan for its by World Bank Offices across the six geo-political implementation. zones Post-Construction/Operational Monitoring: Implement a post-construction monitoring program to assess the actual environmental and social impacts of the renovation work. This will involve field inspections and interviews with stakeholders to determine the extent of any adverse effects and identify areas for improvement. NIMG Tudun-Wada Campus There is lack of safeguards for Since an ESMP was conducted for the Three MinDiver Ministry of solid additional works involving the overall rehabilitation of other components of weeks Safeguard unit Mineral / rehabilitation of the gatehouse. The the institution and excludes the gatehouse, Ministry of Steel contract does not provide ESMP the PIU should conduct post construction with oversight implementation budget, however, an monitoring and set up inhouse E&S by World Bank ESMP was prepared. monitoring team within NIMG. NIMG Main Campus (Dong) Jos There is a total lack of safeguards for additional works involving the rehabilitation of the cafeteria within the permanent site. The contract does not Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 provide ESMP implementation, as none was prepared. Ladi Kwali Pottery Centre, Suleja Poor implementation of ESMP Immediate evacuation of waste from the One Contractor MinDiver including dumping of waste in a ditch ditch by licensed waste contractors or the Month (Headstone Safeguard unit / within the potter centre. Niger State Waste Management Authority Engineering Ltd) Ministry of solid with documented evidence. Mineral / Ministry of Steel with oversight by World Bank Airborne Geophysical survey of targeted areas under proof of concept in Nigeria Absence of a Stakeholders’ SEP should be developed to incorporate all One MinDiver Ministry of solid Engagement Plan (SEP) for the activity the sensitisations that were later carried out Month Safeguard unit Mineral / which would have guided community to resolve issues that came up in several Ministry of Steel sensitizations and stakeholders’ communities during the activities. with oversight engagements across the areas of by World Bank operation. Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Annex 4: Results Framework Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024 Mr. Wale Edun ANNEX May 26, 2024