FG APPLAUDS RCCG FOR $265,854 LIFELINE TO RESCUE 500 DISTRESSED NIGERIANS FROM SOUTH AFRICA

The Federal Government has commended the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), led by Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, for its generous intervention to support the evacuation of distressed Nigerians from South Africa.
The church donated $265,854, which will fund 500 one-way tickets for Nigerians seeking to return home amid renewed xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks.
The Federal Government described the donation as a significant demonstration of compassion, solidarity and genuine commitment to the welfare of Nigerians in distress.
Through the intervention, RCCG is helping provide a practical lifeline for Nigerians caught in a difficult and potentially dangerous situation, complementing the Federal Government’s ongoing evacuation efforts.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed that the government commenced the evacuation exercise on June 10, 2026, following a new wave of xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks in South Africa.
So far, 1,640 Nigerian nationals have been brought back home, with the Federal Government fully sponsoring the return of 1,385 Nigerians. The evacuation of the remaining 255 Nigerians has been supported through philanthropic donations.
The ministry said 202 Nigerians are currently awaiting final screening by South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs before they can be evacuated to Nigeria.
The Federal Government praised RCCG’s intervention as an example of the positive impact that collaboration between faith-based organisations and public institutions can have in addressing humanitarian challenges and advancing the common good.
Nigeria’s diplomatic missions in South Africa continue to engage Nigerian community associations and other relevant channels to assist citizens who wish to return home.
The Federal Government also reaffirmed its commitment to engaging South African authorities over the issue of xenophobia and Afrophobia while protecting the welfare and well-being of Nigerians in the Diaspora.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs further welcomed partnerships with private organisations, philanthropists, faith-based organisations and other stakeholders whose contributions can provide meaningful and lasting support to Nigerians in need.
RCCG’s intervention has therefore emerged as a powerful demonstration of compassion in action—helping turn concern for distressed Nigerians into concrete assistance that can bring them safely back home.