Nicki Minaj says she is no longer headlining a concert in Saudi Arabia this month after her decision to perform in the staunchly conservative nation generated backlash from human rights groups.
Hip-hop star Nicki Minaj said that she is no longer headlining a concert in Saudi Arabia this month after her decision to perform in the staunchly conservative nation generated backlash from human rights groups.
“This is what leadership looks like! @HRF is grateful to @NICKIMINAJ for her inspiring and thoughtful decision to reject the #Saudi regime’s attempt at using her for a public relations stunt. We hope @LiamPayne follows Minaj’s lead,” Thor Halvorssen tweeted. He called on Payne, a former member One Direction, to cancel his appearance as well. American DJ Steve Aoki is also among the artists expected to perform.
The Human Rights Foundation has criticized celebrities who performed in the nation, and their official Twitter account praised Minaj."Millions of people around the world 🌍 are inspired by your devotion to human rights and human dignity. We at @HRF salute you & are grateful for your leadership #freeloujain."
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman lifted the driving ban in 2018 in an effort to modernize and diversify the economy, which is currently heavily reliant on oil, but Al-Hathloul and others remain in prison.
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