POPULAR Hip-Hop Artist Nicki Minaj Has Sparked A Stir In New York After Appearing On The United Nations (UN) Stage And Delivering A Moving Speech On Religious Freedom And Reports Of Violence Against Christians In Nigeria. The Act Surprised Many And Attracted The Attention Of Human Rights Stakeholders Around The World.
At The Special Session That Brought Together Ambassadors, Religious Leaders And US Officials, Nicki Expressed A Strong Stance On The Issue. She Stressed That The Protection Of Believers In Nigeria Should Not Be Viewed As A Political Issue, But Rather As A Fundamental Human Right. “No One Should Be Persecuted For Their Faith,” She Said Emphatically.
Nicki Continued To Call On The International Community To Condemn The Attacks, Kidnappings And Killings Reported In Nigeria, Explaining That The Problem Should Not Be Tied Solely To Politics Or Ethnicity. In Her View, It Is An Issue That Affects Human Life And Security In General.
In Another Part Of Her Speech, She Called On World Leaders To Protect The Fundamental Right Of Everyone To Worship Without Fear. She Said, “Freedom Of Worship Is A Human Right—Everyone Should Be Free To Express Their Faith Without Fear.” The Statement Was Met With Applause And Signs Of Support From Attendees.
The Speech Has Sparked Debate Online And In Various Media Outlets, With Many Praising Nicki Minaj’s Courage In Using Her Fame To Push For An Important Conversation About Human Rights In Africa. Many See Her Move As An Example Of Artists Using Their Platforms To Bring About Positive Change.