The church has pledged a substantial donation of $265,854, which will be used to fund 500 one-way flight tickets for those choosing to return home due to heightened fears and hostilities against foreign nationals.

In an official statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, represented by spokesperson Oluwafemi Adeniyi, lauded the church’s donation as a significant act of compassion, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between faith-based organizations and public institutions in addressing pressing social issues. This support is expected to notably aid Nigerians seeking safe passage back to their homeland amid ongoing violence directed towards Africans and other foreign individuals in South Africa.

The Nigerian Federal Government had commenced evacuating nationals from South Africa on June 10, 2026, as reports of renewed xenophobic violence emerged. To date, a total of 1,640 Nigerians have been successfully relocated. Among these, the government financed the return of 1,385 individuals, while the remaining 255 were assisted through contributions from private sources.

Additionally, there are 202 Nigerians awaiting final clearance from the South African Department of Home Affairs, held up before they can board flights back to Nigeria. The ministry reassured that the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria and the Consulate General in Johannesburg remain actively engaged with Nigerian Community Associations and other channels to facilitate the return of citizens affected by these Afrophobic attacks. This initiative underscores the critical role of collective efforts in safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable populations amidst escalating violence.