By Abiola Olawale
Global hip-hop icon Nicki Minaj, born Onika Maraj-Petty, is preparing to take the international stage, slated to address the United Nations (UN) in New York tomorrow, Tuesday, November 17, 2025, on the alleged persecution and targeted violence against Christians in Nigeria.
Nicki Minaj, a Grammy-nominated artist, is scheduled to speak out on the issue of violence and alleged “Christian genocide” in the African nation.
It was gathered that she will appear alongside the United States ambassador to the UN, Michael Waltz, and Alex Bruesewitz, an adviser to United States President Donald Trump and the convener of the event.
The development was first revealed on Sunday evening by Time magazine’s senior political correspondent, Eric Cortellessa, via his X handle.
Confirming the report, Amb. Waltz praised the artist, 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 said he was grateful that she was using her platform to highlight what he called “atrocities against Christians in Nigeria.”
Responding to Waltz’s comments, Minaj expressed appreciation for the opportunity, saying she did not take the responsibility lightly.
She added that she would “never stand down in the face of injustice,” noting that her influence carried a greater purpose.
The New Diplomat reports that the development comes after Trump redesignated Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern of alleged Christian genocide in the country.
The U.S President also threatened military action if the Nigerian government fails to address the allegations of Christian genocide.
