American rapper Onika Maraj, popularly known as Nicki Minaj, on Tuesday delivered a rare political address at a United Nations forum in New York, where she raised concern over reports of alleged attacks targeting Christian communities in Nigeria.

Her participation followed an announcement by the U.S. Mission to the United Nations that Minaj would join U.S. Ambassador Michael Waltz as one of the event’s featured speakers, drawing global attention due to her international influence and large fan base.

Speaking during a broadcast streamed live on the Mission’s official YouTube channel, Minaj denounced the repeated incidents of violence against religious groups, describing the situation as “deeply alarming.” She urged world leaders and humanitarian agencies to intensify efforts to protect vulnerable communities and prevent further escalation.

Minaj’s remarks sparked widespread reactions across social media, with many praising her willingness to use her platform to highlight human rights concerns, while others noted the growing involvement of entertainment figures in global advocacy conversations.

The UN forum, which focused on religious persecution and minority rights, brought together diplomats, activists, and civil society representatives to discuss strategies for addressing violence against faith-based communities worldwide.