4t “I CANNOT STAY SILENT ANYMORE” – Nicki Minaj appears with the US Ambassador to the United Nations, publicly thanking Trump for exposing the massacre of Christians in Nigeria that the world is trying to ignore
Rapper Nicki Minaj surprised many when she joined U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz to thank former President Donald Trump for raising the alarm about the deadly, systemic persecution of Christians in Nigeria. At a recent event hosted at the U.S. mission to the United Nations, Minaj took the stage alongside Ambassador Waltz and religious leaders to highlight the escalating violence against Christians in Nigeria—an issue Trump had prominently called attention to earlier this year.
Minaj acknowledged her nervousness but expressed gratitude for the opportunity to speak on such a vital human rights issue. She applauded Trump’s leadership and his call for urgent action “to defend Christians in Nigeria, to combat extremism, and to bring a stop to violence against those who simply want to exercise their natural right to freedom of religion or belief.” Her remarks underscored the need for religious freedom and human dignity, emphasizing that no group should face persecution for their faith.
Mike Waltz introduced Minaj as someone using her vast platform not as a celebrity, but as a witness to the plight of Nigeria’s persecuted Christians, helping to shed light on the brutal realities faced by thousands living in fear. Both Minaj and Waltz pointed to attacks on Christians involving churches burned down, families torn apart, and communities living in constant danger simply for practicing their faith.
The Nigerian government has disputed claims of targeted persecution, calling such reports a “gross misrepresentation of reality,” though analysts note that jihadist and armed groups drive much of the ongoing violence affecting all communities in the region. Still, Minaj stressed the importance of focusing on protecting the vulnerable and uniting people rather than dividing them.
Highlighting the power of music and its ability to connect with people’s souls globally, Minaj connected her role as an artist to her growing advocacy, pledging to keep standing against injustice wherever it occurs. She also praised Nigeria as “a beautiful nation with deep faith traditions” and expressed hope for a future where all Nigerians can live without fear.
This public stance marks a significant moment for Minaj, demonstrating her willingness to use her fame to bring attention to global human rights crises. It also reflects the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to spotlight religious persecution and rally international support to address these challenges.
Together, Nicki Minaj and Ambassador Mike Waltz helped bring focus to the deadly threats faced by Christians in Nigeria at this powerful U.N. event, elevating the discussion on religious freedom and the urgent need for protective measures.
