RCCG Receives 100 Nigerian Returnees from South Africa
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has received the first batch of 100 Nigerian returnees from South Africa, as part of a humanitarian intervention led by the church to assist Nigerian nationals facing challenges in the foreign country.
Background
Nigerian returnees are returning home due to various issues they are facing in South Africa, including xenophobic attacks, economic hardships, and visa challenges.
Events
- The returnees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria
- The Nigerian returnees were welcomed by officials from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI)
Involved Parties
The RCCG Task Force was led by Pastor Amos Emoru and included representatives from NEMA and NCFRMI.
Statement from Pastor Amos Emoru
"We are happy to welcome these 100 returnees to Nigeria and assure them of the church's continued support in the process of reintegration into Nigerian society," said Pastor Amos Emoru, the leader of the RCCG Task Force.
"The church is committed to assisting these individuals in overcoming the challenges they face in South Africa and integrating them into Nigerian society," Emoru added.
Comments from NEMA and NCFRMI
- NEMA's Director-General, Alhaji Mohammed Mustapha, said the agency was grateful to the RCCG for their humanitarian intervention.
- The National Coordinator of NCFRMI, Dr. Folorunsho Adebowale, said the commission was committed to ensuring a smooth reintegration process for the returnees.
Background
The initiative comes as part of the church's humanitarian efforts to assist Nigerian nationals facing difficulties in South Africa. The church has been involved in similar initiatives in other countries, including Ghana and Benin Republic.
Source
The news of the arrival of the first batch of returnees follows the church's earlier announcement that it would be supporting 500 Nigerian nationals facing challenges in South Africa.
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