RCCG donates over $265,000 to bring 500 stranded Nigerians home from South Africa

The Redeemed Christian Church of God has contributed more than $265,000 toward bringing home Nigerians caught in the grip of xenophobic and Afrophobic violence in South Africa. The funds will cover the cost of 500 one-way airline tickets for citizens seeking to return to Nigeria, according to an announcement from Nigeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs this week.

The Federal Government's spokesperson, Oluwafemi Adeniyi, released a statement praising the donation as evidence of the church's commitment to its members and the broader Nigerian community in distress. The church, headed by Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has stepped in to fill a critical gap in evacuation efforts as tensions in South Africa continue to displace West African migrants and workers.

The contribution underscores the role faith-based organizations are playing in Nigeria's humanitarian response to the regional crisis. While the government has coordinated official evacuation channels, private donors—including religious institutions—have mobilized resources to accelerate the return of affected citizens.

The exact donation amount cited across reports shows minor variations, with figures ranging from $265,850 to $265,854. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the contribution in a formal statement released on Thursday, September 3, 2026, marking one of the largest single donations announced in support of the evacuation initiative.