Faith
Nicki Minaj Defends Persecuted Christians in Nigeria
Faith Facts
- Nicki Minaj addressed attacks on Christians in Nigeria at a United Nations event.
- She emphasized that defending religious freedom unites people of all backgrounds.
- The Rev. Gabriel Makan testified to the severe and ongoing persecution facing Nigeria’s Christian communities.
Nicki Minaj raised her voice for Christians facing violence in Nigeria, reminding listeners that faith unites us all under God’s guidance. She powerfully declared that religious freedom is an essential right for every believer, highlighting the urgent need to stand against injustice wherever it arises.
Minaj’s keynote address at the United States Mission to the UN called attention to the plight of Christians, linking their suffering to a broader Biblical call for compassion. She shared her gratitude for the freedom of worship in America, challenging others to lift up those persecuted worldwide in prayer.
“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. Religious freedom means we all can sing our faith regardless of who we are, where we live and what we believe.”
She stated that Christians in Nigeria are targeted for their beliefs, causing families to be separated and whole communities to live in constant fear. Her remarks affirmed that advocating for suffering Christians is a matter of moral clarity, not political division.
“Protecting Christians in Nigeria is not about taking sides or dividing people. It is about uniting humanity. Nigeria is a beautiful nation with deep faith traditions and lots of beautiful barbz.”
Rev. Gabriel Makan provided testimony detailing mass violence against Christian villages and described the impact of unchecked hostility across Nigerian borders. He urged urgent action, and Minaj echoed the call, urging people of faith to pray for and defend those suffering for their beliefs.
“When one’s church, mosque or place of worship is destroyed, everyone’s heart should break just a little bit, and the foundation of the United Nations, with its core mandate to ensure peace and security, should shake.”
Let us remain steadfast in prayer and faithful action on behalf of persecuted Christians, trusting that God hears the cries of His people. Stand together for faith, family, and freedom wherever they are threatened.