American rapper Nicki Minaj is scheduled to speak at a United Nations event in New York on Tuesday, focusing on jihadist attacks targeting Christians in Nigeria.
According to Time senior political correspondent Eric Cortellessa, Minaj will share the stage with US Ambassador to the UN Michael Waltz and Alex Bruesewitz, a senior adviser to former President Donald Trump.
Ambassador Waltz praised the rapper, describing her as “not only arguably the greatest female recording artist, but also a principled individual who refuses to remain silent in the face of injustice.” He expressed appreciation for her use of her platform to raise awareness about the violence against Nigerian Christians.
Minaj thanked organizers for the opportunity, stating she and her fans, the Barbz, will not “stand down in the face of injustice.” She described her influence as a responsibility to highlight pressing issues and serve a greater purpose.
The UN event follows claims by former President Trump alleging a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria, prompting the country’s designation as a “Country of Particular Concern.” The Nigerian government disputes these allegations, attributing insecurity primarily to criminal activities rather than religious persecution.
The gathering is expected to spotlight ongoing global concerns regarding human rights and religious freedom in West Africa.
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