International rap superstar Nicki Minaj has amplified former U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims about the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, speaking at a United Nations panel hosted by the U.S. on Tuesday. Minaj said she hopes to spotlight what she described as a “deadly threat” facing Christian communities in the West African nation.
Trump previously stated that Christianity faces an “existential threat” in Nigeria and even directed the Pentagon to prepare for potential action. While some analysts and residents acknowledge attacks on Christians, many emphasize that Nigeria’s long-running violence affects people of all backgrounds, regardless of religion or ethnicity.
Earlier this month, Minaj praised Trump online for urging swift action to protect Nigerian Christians and combat extremist violence. At the U.N. event—joined by U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz and several faith leaders—she reiterated her stance that “no group should ever be persecuted for practicing their religion.”
On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV also spoke out on X, highlighting that Christians face discrimination and persecution in multiple countries, including Nigeria, Bangladesh, Mozambique, and Sudan, underscoring the global nature of the issue.
Introducing Minaj, Waltz noted that she was using her platform “not as a celebrity but as a witness,” bringing worldwide attention to Nigeria’s vulnerable Christian communities through her massive social media following.
Though she admitted feeling nervous, Minaj vowed to continue speaking out “in the face of injustice” wherever religious persecution occurs. She stressed that advocating for Christians in Nigeria is not about division, but about promoting unity and defending fundamental human rights. Calling Nigeria “a beautiful nation with deep faith traditions,” she expressed her eagerness to visit.
Minaj made only one reference to her music career, reflecting on how music unites people across cultures. She concluded by emphasizing that religious freedom allows everyone to “sing their faith” freely, no matter who they are or where they live.
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