Nicki Minaj poses during the Met Gala in New York City on May 5, 2025. Mario Anzuoni/Reuters

Nicki Minaj addressed those gathered for a special event in New York on Tuesday meant to draw attention to what some are saying is the plight of Christians in Nigeria .

The rapper was introduced by President Donald Trump’s ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz and began her remarks by expressing her nervousness and thanking both Waltz and Trump. She then said it was “an honor” to be present “to shine a spotlight on the deadly threats faced by thousands of Christians in Nigeria.”

“I stand here as a proud New Yorker with a deep sense of gratitude that we live in a country where we can freely and safely worship God regardless of one’s creed, background, or politics,” she said. “No group

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