Minaj Highlights Religious Persecution in Nigeria, Praises Trump’s Leadership
Nicki Minaj became the first female rapper to speak at the United Nations on Tuesday, where she called attention to the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and credited President Donald Trump for prioritizing this global issue.
In her historic address at the United Nations, Nicki Minaj spotlighted the ongoing violence and intolerance faced by thousands of Christians in Nigeria, urging urgent global action. Minaj emphasized that protecting religious freedom is a unifying cause beyond political divides.
She publicly thanked President Donald Trump for his leadership in calling for measures to defend Christians in Nigeria, referencing his warnings earlier that month about possible U.S. military action to stop attacks on Christian communities there.
U.S. Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz praised Minaj as “arguably the greatest female recording artist,” underscoring the significance of her voice on important humanitarian topics.
Minaj’s speech stressed that the crisis in Nigeria demands global solidarity and condemned the destruction of places of worship, highlighting the shared humanity disrupted by such acts of violence.
While addressing the UN, she underscored that her stance is about standing up against injustice and not about taking political sides, reflecting her commitment to advocacy beyond partisan boundaries.
The speech drew widespread attention on social media, with fans and commentators applauding Minaj’s courage and the platform she used to amplify underreported human rights issues.
Minaj also paid tribute to her supporters, known as “Barbs,” for their ongoing support throughout her career, ending her speech on a personal and hopeful note.
