OAN Staff Bailey Broadwater
11:55 AM – Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Award-winning singer-songwriter Nicki Minaj has called for action against the genocide of thousands of Christians in Nigeria. She teamed up with United Nations Ambassador Mike Waltz to raise concerns about the growing issue of Christian persecution in the West African nation.
On Tuesday, the unlikely duo joined forces to spread awareness at the U.S. mission to the UN in New York.
Minaj said it was a great honor to help shine a light on the deadly threats thousands in Nigeria face, as Protestants and Catholics across the country are purportedly being targeted and slaughtered by Islamic militant groups.
The singer-songwriter said you don’t have to share the same beliefs, but you should have the freedom to express your beliefs no matter who you are or where you live.
“Music has taken me around the globe. I have seen how people, no matter their language, culture or religion, come alive when they hear a song that touches their soul,” Minaj said. “Religious freedom means we all can sing our faith regardless of who we are, where we live and what we believe.”
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Minaj also expressed deep gratitude for being able to live somewhere that allows people to freely and safely express their beliefs — adding that this is not just a problem in Nigeria. She noted that faith is under attack all around the world and entire communities live in fear constantly, calling for urgent action to address the injustices.
Shortly after, Waltz commended the singer for her courage in speaking out, noting that she could easily have remained silent but instead chose to use her voice for good.
“You’re leaning into this issue, you’ve enjoyed amazing success, and you could be sitting back and just enjoying it,” Waltz said. “You could be just living the good life, but you’re willing to come here today and roll up your sleeves and let’s try to solve this.”
Minaj insisted that this isn’t a fight about faith or religion—it’s about speaking up for those who have been silenced.
“This isn’t about taking sides,” the singer stated. “This is about standing up in the face of injustice. It’s about what I’ve always stood for my entire career and I will continue to stand for that for the rest of my life.”
President Trump has designated Nigeria as a country of particular concern and has tasked Representative Riley Moore (R-W.Va.) and House Appropriations Chair Tom Cole (R-Okla.) to look further into the matter.
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