- He predicted more developments in the coming days, saying the situation felt far from over
- Godfrey added that Trump’s history and rhetoric make Nicki’s praise problematic
- Nigeria’s security problems should not be used as political leverage
Comedian Godfrey has questioned Nicki Minaj’s motives for speaking out on alleged attacks on Christians in Nigeria, suggesting her recent activism may be politically inspired rather than purely humanitarian.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Godfrey, speaking at LAX, said he supports anyone drawing attention to Nigeria’s challenges but believes Nicki’s sudden involvement raises concerns, especially her alignment with former U.S. President Donald Trump’s narrative.
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Nicki Minaj recently backed Trump’s claims that Christians in Nigeria are being killed for their faith and even visited the United Nations to address the issue.
While Godfrey acknowledged the importance of highlighting insecurity, he argued that the rapper’s praise for Trump particularly regarding threats of military intervention complicates her intentions.
The comedian, born to Nigerian parents, stressed that Nigeria’s security problems should not be used as political leverage.
He noted that Nicki has faced intense criticism online, especially from Nigerians who believe she is amplifying misinformation or aligning with controversial political figures.
Godfrey added that Trump’s history and rhetoric make Nicki’s praise problematic, warning that some celebrities may unknowingly become tools in geopolitical messaging.
He predicted more developments in the coming days, saying the situation felt far from over.
For now, Nicki Minaj’s comments have sparked discussions on intention, accuracy, and the fine line between advocacy and political campaigning.
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