American rap superstar Nicki Minaj has weighed in on the issue of religious persecution around the world, applauding the U.S. President Donald Trump for designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) over violations of religious freedom.
In a heartfelt post shared on X, the “Super Bass” rapper expressed gratitude for living in a nation where people are free to worship God without fear, while urging the world not to ignore the plight of Christians suffering persecution globally.
“Reading this made me feel a deep sense of gratitude. We live in a country where we can freely worship God,” she wrote.
“No group should ever be persecuted for practicing their religion. We don’t have to share the same beliefs in order for us to respect each other.”
Minaj went on to highlight that religious persecution remains a growing global concern, describing it as “dangerous to pretend we don’t notice.”
“Numerous countries all around the world are being affected by this horror, and it’s dangerous to pretend we don’t notice. Thank you to The President and his team for taking this seriously. God bless every persecuted Christian. Let’s remember to lift them up in prayer,” she added.
Her post quickly gained traction, sparking widespread discussions among fans and religious freedom advocates. Many praised the rapper for using her global platform to shed light on an issue often overlooked in pop culture conversations.
Trump’s designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) dates back to his administration’s efforts to address alleged violations of religious freedom, including attacks on Christian communities and faith-based tensions across the country.
Nicki’s remarks mark one of the few instances where the award-winning artist has publicly addressed religious or political issues, a move that earned her admiration from Christian communities worldwide.
As reactions continue to pour in, her message serves as a reminder that beyond fame and music, faith, freedom, and compassion remain universal concerns.
