In a dramatic political transformation that has sent shockwaves through both entertainment and political circles, global rap superstar Nicki Minaj used a prestigious United Nations platform to formally declare her alignment with former President Donald Trump and Republican ideals.
UN Speech Marks Political Turning Point
The unexpected announcement came during an address at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations on Tuesday, where Minaj was introduced by U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz. The ambassador celebrated her not merely as a celebrity but as "a witness to spotlight Nigeria's persecuted church."
Minaj delivered a powerful speech framed as a moral calling, focusing specifically on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria - a key talking point within Trump's political camp. She expressed deep personal conviction, stating she felt compelled to speak out against religious violence.
Direct Thanks to Trump and Personal Faith
In her most revealing moment, Minaj explicitly thanked Donald Trump by name, declaring "I wanted to thank President Trump for prioritising this issue" and for demanding urgent action to protect Nigerian Christians from extremism and violence.
Speaking as someone who values the religious freedom she experiences in America, Minaj emphasized "we live in a country where we could freely and safely worship God" regardless of background or political beliefs. She firmly stated that no religious group should face persecution for their prayer practices.
Backlash and Rebranding Speculation
Political observers immediately noted this moment likely represents a complete political rebranding for Minaj, who has historically maintained ambiguity about her partisan leanings. Her UN appearance marks her most definitive political statement to date.
Conservative commentators quickly interpreted her remarks as a full alignment with Trump's MAGA movement, with some labeling her "the first major Hollywood figure to publicly side with Trump in this capacity."
However, the announcement hasn't been without controversy. Critics argue that by echoing Trump's framing of Nigerian violence as primarily targeting Christians, Minaj risks oversimplifying complex political, ethnic, and security issues in the region.
Despite the backlash, Minaj directly addressed her massive fanbase known as "Barbz" during her UN remarks, insisting her stance wasn't about political sides but about "standing up in the face of injustice." She maintained this position reflects principles she has always championed and will continue to support throughout her life.
The rapper's UN appearance coincided with her recent social media activity, where she had been echoing Trump's narrative about the Nigerian crisis on platform X (formerly Twitter), further fueling speculation about her evolving political identity.
